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Which hormone facilitates child birth/parturition ?

A

Oxytocin

B

FSH

C

LH

D

Prolactin.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Question**: The question is asking which hormone facilitates childbirth or parturition. 2. **Review the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Oxytocin - B) FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) - C) LH (Luteinizing Hormone) - D) Prolactin 3. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Oxytocin**: This hormone is secreted from the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland. It is known to stimulate uterine contractions during childbirth, making it a strong candidate. - **FSH**: This hormone is secreted from the anterior pituitary and is primarily involved in the growth of ovarian follicles in females and sperm production in males. It does not play a role in childbirth. - **LH**: Like FSH, LH is also secreted from the anterior pituitary and is involved in regulating the menstrual cycle and ovulation in females, as well as testosterone production in males. It does not facilitate childbirth. - **Prolactin**: This hormone is responsible for milk production in the mammary glands but does not directly facilitate childbirth. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the hormone that facilitates childbirth is **Oxytocin**. 5. **Final Answer**: The correct option is **A) Oxytocin**. ---
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