Which of the Following is Least Characteristic of HCG

Question

Which of the following is least characteristic of hCG?
A) Secreted by trophoblasts
B) Maintains the corpus luteum
C) Maintains maternal levels of estrogen and progesterone
D) Exerts an oxytoxic effect

Accepted Answer

hCG does not exert an oxytoxic effect, as its role is primarily to maintain the pregnancy by stimulating the corpus luteum and supporting the levels of estrogen and progesterone needed for fetal development. Oxytocin, on the other hand, is a hormone involved in labor and delivery, as it stimulates uterine contractions and milk ejection during breastfeeding.