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AIPMT PRELIMS 2008 Zoology Endocrine System MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

In human adult females oxytocin:

A

stimulates pituitary to secrete vasopressin

B

causes strong uterine contractions during parturition

C

is secreted by anterior pituitary

D

stimulates growth of mammary glands

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Oxytocin is a hormone that causes uterine contractions during childbirth and also plays a role in milk ejection during breastfeeding.

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