Describe the hormonal changes during pregnancy and the effect of these hormones.
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Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG): This hormone is produced by the developing placenta after fertilization and implantation. hCG maintains the corpus luteum, which is responsible for producing progesterone and estrogen during the first trimester of pregnancy. The Show more…
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