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Except for the endocrine function, what are the other functions of the placenta?

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The placenta is responsible for the following in addition to its endocrine function –

(A)    Supply of oxygen and nutrient to foetus

(B)    Removal of waste products from the foetus

(C)   The placenta acts as a barrier that provides passive immunity to the fetus by transferring maternal antibodies (primarily IgG) to the developing foetus.

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