Which hormone relaxes the myometrium and prevents lactation until the fetus is born?

a. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)
b. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
c. Progesterone
d. Estrogen


Answer: c. Progesterone

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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