Which of the Following Statement Is FALSE Regarding Oxytocin

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statement is FALSE regarding oxytocin?

• A) It is secreted by the posterior pituitary.
• B) It is synthesized by the hypothalamus and promotes contraction of myoepithelial cells in the breasts.
• C) It facilitates the birth process.
• D) It stimulates uterine contractions.
• E) It stimulates synthesis of breast milk.

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