Which hormone is NOT produced by the placenta?
A) oxytocin
B) human placental lactogen
C) human chorionic gonadotropin
D) relaxin

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Oxytocin is produced by the hypothalamus and released from the posterior pituitary gland. It has a role in stimulating contractions during labor and lactation. The placenta produces hormones such as human placental lactogen, human chorionic gonadotropin, and relaxin, which are important for fetal growth, maintenance of pregnancy, and preparation for childbirth.

Which Hormone Is NOT Produced by the Placenta