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Oestrogens in pregnancy

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During pregnancy the levels of oestrogen increase steadily from the tenth week of gestation to term.

The functions of oestrogen during pregnancy are considered to be:

  • stimulation of protein synthesis
  • stimulation of myometrial hypertrophy. This allows the uterus to accommodate the enlarging fetus.
  • fluid retention
  • alteration of serum protein levels
  • increase in the diameter of uterine blood vessels
  • growth stimulation of the breast duct system

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