Paramedics arrived on scene of car crash

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Paramedics arrived on the scene of a car crash, they found Jennifer, a 33 year-old female, lying on the edge of the road. Jennifer was responsive, but had deep cuts on both of her legs and left arm. Her clothes were heavily stained with blood, despite the efforts of another passenger who tried to stop the bleeding. On initial examination, Jennifer's blood pressure was 100/70 and a heart rate of 88. Paramedics started a saline IV, stabilized Jennifer and were able to control her bleeding during transport to hospital. Jennifer was released from the hospital three days later and scheduled a one week follow up visit. At her follow-up appointment, Jennifer complained of fatigue and reported her period was late. Hospital blood tests indicated Jennifer was mildly anemic and pregnant. Jennifer was very excited but was concerned her blood loss during her accident would have harmed the baby.

1. What hormone did the hospital detect in Jennifer's blood to determine she was pregnant?

2. Where is the hormone identified in #1 located in the body and what function does it play during the early stages of a pregnancy?

3. Jennifer's doctors explained that the blood loss suffered as a result of the accident occurred 10-12 days after her most recent ovulation. Explain why this may help Jennifer's fears about harm to her baby.

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