Question

Which of the following will decrease uterine contractibility?

• A. Fall in progesterone
• B. Oxytocin released from pituitary
• C. Prostaglandins released from placenta
• D. Increase in progesterone

Answer 1

The correct option is D Increase in progesterone

Progesterone is often called the pregnancy hormone its high level causes a decrease in uterine contract ability while a fall in progesterone level along with the action of Oxytocin hormone initiates contractions during parturition.

So, the correct answer is 'Increase in progesterone'.