Biology PYQ 233 of 399 · Endocrine System & Hormones

Which of the following hormones play a role in the release of milk from mammary glands?

  1. AAdrenaline
  2. BThyroxine
  3. CProgesterone
  4. DOxytocin
  5. ENone of the above/More than one of the above

60th–62nd BPSC Prelims 2016

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Correct answer: (d) Oxytocin

Explanation

Oxytocin, released by the posterior pituitary, makes the muscle-like cells around the milk glands contract, so it causes the release (ejection) of milk during breastfeeding. It also contracts the uterus during childbirth.

Milk production is controlled by prolactin.

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