Which of the following statements best describes relaxin?
A) Relaxin is produced by the parathyroid glands and triggers the release of calcium from the bones.
B) Relaxin is produced by the testes and stimulates secretion of the reproductive glands.
C) Relaxin is produced by the adrenal cortex and maintains normal metabolism.
D) Relaxin is produced by the ovaries and increases the flexibility of connective tissue.

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Relaxin is a hormone produced by the ovaries and the placenta (in pregnant females) that plays a crucial role in pregnancy. It helps in the relaxation of the uterine musculature, prevents contractions in early pregnancy, and also increases the flexibility of the pubic symphysis and dilates the uterine cervix to aid in childbirth. It does not have the functions related to calcium release, stimulation of reproductive glands, or maintenance of normal metabolism as described in the other options.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes Relaxin