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Prolactin/Oxytocin stimulates milk ejection from the mammary glands.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Role of Prolactin and Oxytocin:** - Prolactin is a hormone that is primarily responsible for the production of milk in the mammary glands after childbirth. - Oxytocin, on the other hand, is involved in the process of childbirth (parturition) and helps in the contraction of uterine muscles. 2. **Milk Production and Ejection:** - After childbirth, the mammary glands become active and start producing milk due to the influence of hormones, particularly prolactin. ...
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