Progesterone's Role in Pregnancy & Lactation — NEET Biology
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Progesterone supports pregnancy. Progesterone also acts on the mammary glands and stimulates the formation of alveoli (sac-like structures which store milk) and milk secretion.
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Which of the following is LEAST likely a direct function of progesterone? A. Regulation of female sexual behaviour. B. Maintenance of uterine endometrium for implantation. C. Stimulation of overall mammary gland development. D. Inhibition of uterine contractions during pregnancy. E. Stimulation of milk secretion after alveoli formation.
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