Which hormone increases maternal insulin resistance in order to provide a continuous supply of glucose that is required for fetal growth?

A. human chorionic somatotropin
B. leptin
C. estrogen
D. human placental lactogen
E. human chorionic gonadotropin


Answer: A

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