Endocrine functions of placenta

Explain the endocrine functions of placenta?

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Placenta has endocrine function as it liberates the hormones estrogen and progesterone which maintains the endometrium (internal covering of the uterus) and avoids the menses at the time of pregnancy. The placenta also liberates other significant hormones for the regulation of the pregnancy.

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