Pregnancy And Automation Flashcards
1
Q
HCG stands for ____.
A
Human chorionic gonadotropin
2
Q
HCG is produced by what cell?
A
Trophoblasts
3
Q
What is the purpose of secreting HCG during pregnancy?
A
In order to prevent involution
4
Q
True or false:
HCGmay not be used as a tumor marker
A
False
5
Q
When does HCG peak during pregnancy?
A
10-12 weeks
6
Q
When urine is tested for HCG, what type is best to be used?
A
First morning urine
7
Q
What subunit of HCG is unique to the hormone?
A
Beta subunit
8
Q
GTD is characterized by:
A
Abnormal growth of trophoblasts inside the uterus
