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Question
Which hormone, produced by the placenta later in pregnancy, plays a key role in preparing the maternal body for lactation?
Explanation
Human placental lactogen (hPL) is secreted by the placenta and helps prepare the breasts for lactation by altering maternal metabolism.
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