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The signals for parturition orginate fro...

The signals for parturition orginate from:

A

Pressure exerted by amniotic fluid

B

Release of oxytocin from pituitary

C

Fully developed foetus and placenta

D

Differentiation of mammary glands

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C
Foetal ejection reflex are the mild uterine contractions generated by placenta when the foetus is fully developed at the time of parturition.
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