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Human Reproduction question

2013 · Q14
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Human Reproduction question

2013 · Q14

NEETBiologyHuman ReproductionMCQ+4 / −1
The foetal ejection reflex in humans triggers the release of
  1. A
    oxytocin from foetal pituitary
  2. B
    human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) from placenta
  3. C
    oxytocin from meternal pituitary
  4. D
    human placental lactogen (hPL) from placenta
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Correct answer: C

Parturition is induced by a complex neuroendocrine mechanism. The signals for parturition originate from the fully developed foetus and the placenta which induce mild uterine contractions called foetal ejection reflex. This triggers release of oxytocin from the maternal pituitary

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