Endocrine Hpl Flashcards
1
Q
First detected at
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3rd week of gestation
2
Q
Level rises from
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5 to 25 ug/ml until 36 weeks
3
Q
Plasma conc of hpl is proportional to
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Placental mass
4
Q
Functions
A
- Growth promoting and lactogenic effects
- Antagonise insulin
- Transfers glucose and amino acids to fetus
- Potent angiogenic for fetal vasculature
- Promotes growth of breast for lactation
