The role of human placental lactogen is :
High-Yield Explanation
Functions : a) Provide fetal nutrition by antagonizing the action of insulin in maternal circulation, breakdown of fats and proteins and transpo of fatty acids and amino acids from maternal to feta circulation. b) Potent angiogenic, helps develop fetal vasculature. c) Promotes growth of breast for lactation. REF : OP-GHAI 9th edition