MCH-HORMONES

Question 1

Maintains uterine lining for implantation of the zygote
Reduces uterine contractions to prevent spontaneous abortion
Prepares the glands of the breast for lactation
Stimulates testes to produce testosterone which aids in development of male reproductive tract

Answer 1

Progesterone

Question 2

Stimulates uterine growth
Increases the blood flow to uterine vessels
Stimulates development of the breast ducts to prepare for lactation

Answer 2

Estrogen

Question 3

Hormone “signal” that conception has occurred. Causes the continued production of estrogen and progesterone to sustain pregnancy. Can be detected in maternal blood as soon as implantation occurs (7-9 days after fertilization)

Answer 3

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)

Question 4

Causes decreased insulin sensitivity and utilization of glucose by the mother, making more glucose available to the fetus to meet growth needs

Answer 4

Human placental lactogen (hPL)