Question
How does progesterone function in a human female?
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Answer
Following are the functions performed by progesterone:
- Helps in maintaining pregnancy.
- Stimulates the development of secretory alveoli in mammary glands and secretion of milk.
- Its secretion is influenced by luteinising hormone of anterior pituitary.
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