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Select the correct option describing gonadotropin activity in a normal pregnant female:
A
High level of FSH and LH stimulates the thickening of endometrium
B
High level of FSH and LH facilitate implantation of the embryo
C
High level of hCG stimulates the synthesis of estrogen and progesterone
D
High level of hCG stimulates the thickening of endometrium
Detailed Solution
hCG from the placenta maintains the corpus luteum and stimulates the synthesis of estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy.
FSH and LH stay low in pregnancy because of negative feedback.
FSH and LH stay low in pregnancy because of negative feedback.