Which of the Following Is NOT an Accurate Statement About

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement about oxytocin's role in parturition (giving birth) ?

• A) oxytocin release is suppressed when the there is pressure on the internal side of the cervix
• B) magnocellular neurons release oxytocin, which causes contraction of uterine smooth muscle
• C) Pitocin is a synthetic form of oxytocin and is given to women to induce labor
• D) some mechanosensory neurons increase their firing rate when pressure is applied to the cervix

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