Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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ISBN: 9781119662792
Author: Tortora, Gerard J., DERRICKSON, Bryan H.
Publisher: WILEY
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Progesterone in pregnancy and understand the working of this hormone in preparing and maintaining female body for pregnancy.

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Progesterone and estrogen are sex hormones, which regulate menstrual and uterine cycle of the female reproductive system. Progesterone works in conjunction with the estrogen and helps in the regulation process.

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