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BIOLOGY MODULE 5: HEREDITY > Hormonal control in pregnancy > Flashcards

Hormonal control in pregnancy Flashcards

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1st trimester (1st three months)

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Embryo is implanted and placenta produces hCG to maintain corpus luteum in the ovary alive, to continue producing progesterone and oestrogen.

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2nd trimester

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hCG lowers as placenta assists in producing oestrogen and progesterone

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3rd trimester

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hCG is no longer produced as the placenta is fully developed.
Continues to produce progesterone and oestrogen

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