The hormone that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The hormone that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth is:
A. Oxytocin
B. Estrogen
C. Relaxin
D. Prolactin
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Oxytocin, released from the posterior pituitary, increases the frequency and strength of uterine contractions during labor via positive feedback. Prolactin stimulates milk production, estrogen helps uterine growth, relaxin relaxes pelvic ligaments.

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