Which hormone remains elevated in the immediate postpartum period of the breastfeeding woman?
a. Estrogen
b. Progesterone
c. Prolactin
d. Human placental lactogen
C
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A Estrogen and progesterone levels decrease markedly after expulsion of the
placenta, reaching their lowest levels 1 week into the postpartum period.
B Estrogen and progesterone levels decrease markedly after expulsion of the
placenta, reaching their lowest levels 1 week into the postpartum period.
C Prolactin levels in the blood increase progressively throughout pregnancy. In
women who breastfeed, prolactin levels remain elevated into the sixth week after
birth.
D Human placental lactogen levels dramatically decrease after expulsion of the
placenta.
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