Q148 / 180 · NEET 2019 (Odisha) · Zoology

Which of the following hormones is responsible for both the milk ejection reflex and the foetal ejection reflex?

  • A
    Oestrogen
  • B
    Prolactin
  • Correct answer
    C
    Oxytocin
  • D
    Relaxin

Solution

Oxytocin hormone is responsible for both, the milk ejection reflex and foetal ejection reflex. It is a peptide hormone normally produced in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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