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Which one of the following is not the function of placenta? It:
A
secretes oxytocin during parturition
B
facilitates supply of oxygen and nutrients to embryo
C
secretes estrogen
D
facilitates removal of carbon dioxide and waste material from embryo
Detailed Solution
The placenta supplies oxygen and nutrients, removes carbon dioxide and wastes, and secretes hCG, hPL, estrogens and progestogens.
Oxytocin is released by the maternal pituitary, not by the placenta.
Oxytocin is released by the maternal pituitary, not by the placenta.