Exploring the Role of Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (HCG) in Pregnancy
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Which hormone is not a direct test for pregnancy?

  • Luteinizing Hormone (LH) (correct)
  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
  • Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (HCG)
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

    • Which sub-unit of HCG determines the biologic and immunologic specificity of HCG?

  • Gamma sub-unit
  • Delta sub-unit
  • Beta sub-unit (correct)
  • Alpha sub-unit

    • What is the molecular weight of the beta sub-unit of HCG?

  • Approximately 23,000 daltons (correct)
  • Approximately 20,000 daltons
  • Approximately 10,000 daltons
  • Approximately 15,000 daltons

    • What is the structure of HCG?

    <p>Double sub-unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone has a nearly identical alpha sub-unit with HCG?

    <p>Luteinizing Hormone (LH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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