Q170 / 200 · NEET 2012 (Screening) · Zoology

In a normal pregnant woman, the amount of total gonadotropin activity was assessed. The result expected was

  • A
    High level of circulating FSH and LH in the uterus to stimulate implantation of the embryo
  • B
    High level of circulating HCG to stimulate endometrial thickening
  • C
    High levels of FSH and LH in uterus to stimulate endometrial thickening
  • Correct answer
    D
    High level of circulating HCG to stimulate oestrogen and progesterone synthesis

Solution

In a pregnant female, high levels of HCG will maintain corpus luteum and stimulate it to secrete oestrogen and progesterone.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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