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Which hormone ensures the corpus luteum continues to produce progesterone and estrogen during pregnancy?
Which hormone ensures the corpus luteum continues to produce progesterone and estrogen during pregnancy?
- Human Placental Lactogen
- Progesterone
- Estrogen
- Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (correct)
What is the time period for the ovum stage?
What is the time period for the ovum stage?
- From 5-8 weeks until term
- From implantation to 5-8 weeks
- From ovulation to fertilization (correct)
- From fertilization to implantation
The placenta provides oxygen and nutrients to the fetus from the moment of conception.
The placenta provides oxygen and nutrients to the fetus from the moment of conception.
False (B)
What is the purpose of amniotic fluid?
What is the purpose of amniotic fluid?
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The developing embryo or fetus and placenta structures throughout pregnancy are referred to as the ______.
The developing embryo or fetus and placenta structures throughout pregnancy are referred to as the ______.
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Match the following stages of fetal development with their time periods:
Match the following stages of fetal development with their time periods:
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What is the function of the umbilical cord?
What is the function of the umbilical cord?
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Hydramnios refers to a reduction in the amount of amniotic fluid.
Hydramnios refers to a reduction in the amount of amniotic fluid.
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What is the weight range of a normal placenta at term?
What is the weight range of a normal placenta at term?
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