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Progesterone and Its Functions

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Which of the following hormones helps in the contraction of the uterus during childbirth?

A

Glucocorticoid

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B

Oxytocin

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C

ADH Androgen

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Solution

The correct option is B
Oxytocin

Oxytocin is secreted by the posterior pituitary.

It is a peptide hormone which stimulates the contraction of uterine muscles during birth.

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(b) Oxytocin stimulates contraction of uterine muscles during birth.

(c) Grave's disease is caused by malfunctioning of adrenal gland.

(d) ADH stimulates absorption of water and increase the urine production.

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