Placental lactogen

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Placental lactogen is a polypeptide placental hormone. Its structure and function is similar to that of growth hormone. It modifies the metabolic state of the mother during pregnancy to facilitate the energy supply of the fetus.

For information on the human form, see Human placental lactogen. Template:Biochemistry-stub