This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Pediatrics
The role of human placental lactogen is : 
Select and explain. 
A. Stimulate milk production, B. Fetal breast development, C. Growth of fetus, D. Endocrine regulation
C: Growth of fetus
Answer: C: Growth of fetus 
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