Which of the Following Is a Hormonal Change That Occurs

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a hormonal change that occurs near the end of a healthy pregnancy?

• A)Plasma progesterone levels decrease while the levels of estrogen continue to increase.
• B)Estrogens stimulate connexin synthesis in the myometrium.
• C)Plasma estrogen levels decrease while the levels of progesterone continue to increase.
• D)Estrogen blocks the synthesis of oxytocin receptors on uterine smooth muscle.
• E)There is a surge in the LH concentration.

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