AIPMT PRELIMS2012Zoology-Reproductive Health

AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Zoology Pregnancy and Embryonic Development MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

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

A

High level of circulating HCG to stimulate estrogen and progesterone synthesis

B

High level of circulating FSH and LH in the uterus to stimulate implantation of the embryo

C

High level of circulating HCG to stimulate endometrial thickening

D

High levels of FSH and LH in uterus to stimulate endometrial thickening

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

During pregnancy, high levels of HCG are produced to maintain the corpus luteum, which synthesizes estrogen and progesterone necessary for maintaining the endometrium.

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