Question

The function(s) of oxytocin is/are to :

• A. stimulate the release of milk from the mother's mammary glands when her baby is nursing.
• B. cause the uterus to contract
• C. induce labor
• D. all of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D all of the above

Functions of oxytocin are:

(i) It helps uterine muscles to contract and also increases production of prostaglandins

(ii) Sometimes it is given to induce labor if it has not started naturally or it can be used to strengthen contractions to aid childbirth.

(iii) Stimulate the release of milk from the mother's mammary glands.