Which hormone helps maintain the corpus luteum during the early weeks of pregnancy?
Correct answer: A. Human chorionic gonadotropin
- A. Human chorionic gonadotropin
- B. Follicle-stimulating hormone
- C. Oxytocin
- D. Prolactin
Explanation
Human chorionic gonadotropin, produced by the developing chorionic tissue, maintains the corpus luteum early in pregnancy. The corpus luteum then continues producing progesterone until placental hormone production is adequate.
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