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In human adult females oxytocin
BiologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationNEET
Options:
  • A Is secreted by anterior pituitary
  • B Stimulates growth of mammary glands
  • C Stimulates pituitary to secrete vasopressin
  • D Causes strong uterine contractions during parturition
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The correct answer is: Causes strong uterine contractions during parturition
Oxytocin is also known as pitocin. It is an important hormone which is released in neurohypophysis of pituitary. It stimulates the contraction of smooth muscles. It stimulates labour pain. It is a hormone for quick birth.

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