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Reproductive Hormones Overview - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
Revision as of 23:25, 7 October 2011
, 23:25, 7 October 2011→Relaxin
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.
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.
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