The signals for parturition originate from the fully developed fetus and the placenta,which induce mild uterine contractions called the fetal ejection reflex. This triggers the release of which hormone?

  • A
    Oxytocin from the maternal pituitary
  • B
    Oxytocin from the fetal pituitary
  • C
    Relaxin from the placenta
  • D
    Estrogen from the placenta

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Which hormone inhibits the menstrual cycle in females during the period of lactation?

The contraction of the uterus at the time of childbirth is stimulated by $........$.

$A$: Oxytocin acts on the uterine muscles and causes stronger uterine contractions,which in turn stimulates further secretion of oxytocin.
$R$: Oxytocin is released from the maternal pituitary.

The signals for parturition originate from which of the following?

Signals for parturition originate from:

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