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PL is also referred to as Chorionic Somatomammotropin (CS).
 
PL is also referred to as Chorionic Somatomammotropin (CS).
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===Relaxin===
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Relaxin is produced in the placenta and ovaries throughout pregnancy. During pregnancy relaxin prevents the initiation of uterine contractions, together with progesterone. Relaxin is also responsible for the softening of connective tissues in the cervix and ligaments in the pelvis prior to parturition. This relaxation of tissues via relaxin is performed in conjunction with prostaglandin.
    
[[Category:To Do - A&P]]
 
[[Category:To Do - A&P]]
 
[[Category:Reproductive System - Anatomy & Physiology]]
 
[[Category:Reproductive System - Anatomy & Physiology]]
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