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Question
Urine test during pregnancy determines the presence of: a. progesterone b. human chorionic gonadotropin hormone (hCG) c. estrogen d. luteinizing hormone
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Home pregnancy tests detect the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in the urine. hCG is a hormone produced by the developing placenta shortly after implantation. Its presence in urine is a reliable indicator of pregnancy.
Hint
It's the 'pregnancy hormone' produced by the early embryo.