Which of the following hormones play a role in the release of milk from mammary glands?
- AAdrenaline
- BThyroxine
- CProgesterone
- DOxytocin
- ENone of the above/More than one of the above
Show answer and explanation
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.