Human Reproduction Question 378
Question: Which of the following is required for the increased production of oestrogen, progesterone, cortisol, prolactin and thyroxine etc. in the maternal blood?
(i) Metabolic changes in the mother. (ii) Maintenance of pregnancy. (iii) Supporting the foetal growth. (iv) Destruction of Graafian follicle.
Options:
A) (iii) and (iv)
B) (i), (iv) and (v)
C) (i), (ii) and (iii)
D) All the four statements
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
[c] During pregnancy, the increased production of the levels of hormones like oestrogen, progesterone, cortisol, prolactin, thyroxin in the maternal blood are essential for supporting the foetal growth, metabolic changes in the mother and maintenance of pregnancy.
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