Multiple choice

Which of the following hormones ensure that the corpus luteum continues to secrete progesterone and estrogen?

  1. Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

  2. Human Placental Lactogen

  3. Estrogen

  4. Progesterone

  5. Relaxin

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Explanation

The first placental hormone produced is hCG, which can be found in maternal blood and urine as early as the first missed menstrual period. hCG ensures that the corpus luteum continues to secrete progesterone and estrogen.