QUESTION: Which of the following hormone is not secreted by human placenta?
A hCG
B estrogen
C progesterone
D FSH
ANSWER: FSH
| Hormones secreted by human placenta | Function |
| hCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) | · This hormone is necessary for supporting the corpus luteum in the ovary during early pregnancy. |
| Progesterone hormone | · Progesterone maintains the uterine lining for implantation of growing embryo.
· It also supports the growth of the placenta. · It prevents contractions of the uterine muscles, thus reducing the chances of premature labor to occur. |
| Estrogen hormone | · Estrogen plays an important role in stimulating the growth of the lining of uterus which is necessary for the support of fetal development. |
| Relaxin hormone | · This hormone relaxes the uterine muscles to prevent premature contractions of the uterus. |
| Human Placental Lactogen (hPL) | · Human placental lactogen modify the metabolism of the mother for providing adequate nutrients for the growth of fetus. |