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Write two important physiological roles of oxytocin.

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The two physiological roles of oxytocin:
1. Uterine contraction during childbirth ejects placenta and prevents bleeding.
2. Milk ejection for lactation when the child gives suckling reflex which sensitizes pituitary gland to produce oxytocin which helps in ejection.

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