In a normal pregnant woman, the amount of total gonadotropin activity was assessed. The result expected was

Options

A. high level of circulation FSH and LH in the uterus to stimulate implantation of the embryo
B. high level of circulating hCG to stimulate endometrial thickening
C. high levels of FSH and LH in uterus to stimulate endometrial thickening
D. high level of circulating hCG to stimulate oestrogen and progestrone synthesis

Answer

D

Explanation

In a normal pregmant women the level of human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hGC), oestrogen and progesterone is high. This is because the placenta (develops in pregnant women) acts as endocrine gland resulting in synthesis and secretion of these hormones.