AIPMT PRELIMS2012Zoology-Reproduction

AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Zoology Parturition MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Signals for parturition originate from

A

Fully developed foetus only

B

Both placenta as well as fully developed foetus

C

Oxytocin released from maternal pituitary

D

Placenta only

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Parturition is initiated by signals from both the placenta and the fully developed fetus, which stimulate the release of hormones that trigger labor.

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