NEET 2008
- Exam
- NEET
- Year
- 2008
- Subject
- Zoology
- Chapter
- Human Reproduction
NEET 2008 · Zoology · Human Reproduction
In human adult females oxytocin
In human adult females oxytocin
Options
- ACauses strong uterine contractions during parturition
- BIs secreted by anterior pituitary
- CStimulates growth of mammary glands
- DStimulates pituitary to secrete vasopressin
Correct answer
A. Causes strong uterine contractions during parturition
Step-by-step solution
Oxytocin is called as Birth Hormone as it causes the contraction of smooth muscles of the uterus leading to the birth of the child.