The Role of hCG in Pregnancy

Dr.Aparachithudni on Instagram: "An increase in beta–human chorionic gonadotropin (β-hCG) levels in males is always considered abnormal and is clinically significant. Unlike in females, where β-hCG is a physiological hormone of pregnancy, in males it primarily acts as a tumor marker, most commonly associated with germ cell tumors. The most important cause of elevated β-hCG in males is testicular germ cell tumors. Among these, choriocarcinoma produces markedly high β-hCG levels and is classically

Tristan LeMarr | Reiki Master/Teacher | Spiritual Guide on Instagram: "They Definitely did this with our First born!🙅🏾‍♂️ 1. The placenta is an organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall in mammals, including humans. 2. The placenta allows for the transfer of nutrients, oxygen, and waste products between the mother and fetus. 3. The placenta also acts as an endocrine gland, producing hormones such as progesterone, estrogen, and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). 4. The size