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Noun: relaxin
  1. Hormone secreted by the corpus luteum during the last days of pregnancy; relaxes the pelvic ligaments and prepares the uterus for labour

Derived forms: relaxins

Type of: endocrine, hormone, internal secretion

Encyclopedia: Relaxin

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