What are the different hormones secreted by placenta ?

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The hormones secreted by the Placenta are :

1. Steroid Hormones :

They are produced in two major groups -

• Progestins - Progestins are molecules that bind to the progesterone receptor. Progesterone supports the endometrium and hence on survival of the conceptus.
• Estrogens - The placenta produces several distinct estrogens. In women, the major estrogen produced by the placenta is estriol.

2. Protein Harmones :

• Chorionic Gonadotropins - These hormones have the effect of stimulating the gonads.
• Placental Lactogens - These hormones are molecular relatives of prolactine and growth hormones.
• Relaxin - Relaxin is a hormone thought to act synergistically with progesterone to maintain pregnancy. It also causes relaxation of pelvic ligaments at the end of gestation and may therefore aid in parturation.

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Hormones secreted by Placenta :

Placenta develops only in pregnant eutherian female, it is the connection between foetus and mother.

The important hormones produced by placenta are :

• HCG - Human Chorionic Gonadotropin hormone- It helps in maintenance and development of placenta. Pregnancy test is based on presence of HCG in urine.
• Placental estrogen and placental progesterone - These help in development of mammary glands
• Placental Lactogen - Help is secretion of milk
• Relaxin : Helps in parturition.