Which one of the following is not the function of placenta?

Options

A. It secretes oestrogen
B. It facilitates removal of carbon dioxide and waste material from embryo
C. It secretes oxytocin during parturition
D. It faciliates s upply of oxygen and nutrients to embryo

Answer

C

Explanation

The placenta facilitate the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the embryo and removal of carbon dioxide adn excretory/waste materrials produced by the embryo. The placenta is connected to the embryo through a cord, which helps int eh transport of substancs to and produceserveral hormones like human Chorionic Gonadotropian (jCG), human Placental Lactogen (hPL) oestrogens, proestrogens, etc.