Which of the following hormones is produced by the placenta during pregnancy and plays a crucial role in maintaining pregnancy?

A Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) ✓
B Human placental lactogen (hPL)
C Estrogen
D Progesterone

Explanation

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy that plays a crucial role in maintaining pregnancy by stimulating the corpus luteum to continue producing progesterone.

Mnemonic

'HCG' → Helps Create Gestation

Source

Williams Obstetrics textbook
Hormones and Endocrine Markers Reproductive Endocrinology Placental Hormones Medium NURSING Confidence: high