maternal recognition of pregnancy (2) Flashcards
1
Q
why is progesterone high?
A
embryo is developing and the fetus is attaching to the endometrium
2
Q
what initiates prostaglandin synthesis?
A
oxytocin
3
Q
what produces IFN-T?
A
trophoblastic cells in balstocyst
4
Q
what should we know about the pig?
A
conceptus produces estrogen. recognition after 11-12 days.
5
Q
what should we know about the horse?
A
conceptus migrates over endometrial surface. recognition 12-14 times per day days 12-14
