The hormone released by the posterior pitultary that stimulates the contraction of uterine and mammary gland muscles is called:
Correct answer: D. Oxytocin
- A. Prolactin
- B. LH (Luteinizing Hormone)
- C. FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone)
- D. Oxytocin
Explanation
Oxytocin is the hormone released by the posterior pituitary that stimulates the contraction of uterine(during labor) and mammary gland muscles.
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