MDCAT Biology MCQ #4986

During human pregnancy, which hormone is produced by the placenta to maintain pregnancy?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #4986

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During human pregnancy, which hormone is produced by the placenta to maintain pregnancy?

    • A) hCG
    • B) Estrogen
    • C) Progesterone
    • D) Relaxin

    Answer: Progesterone

    Explanation: Progesterone maintains pregnancy, hCG initially supports the corpus luteum.