Important Component of the Initiation of Parturition in Humans

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Which of these is not an important component of the initiation of parturition in humans? A) Release of prolactin B) Release of oxytocin C) Synthesis of prostaglandins D) Increase in estrogen and progesterone ratio

Correct Answer

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What is Parturition?

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Release of Oxytocin

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Increase in Estrogen and Progesterone Ratio

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Prolactin Hormones

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