Progesterone Calms the Myometrium and Prevents Contraction

question 35

Multiple Choice

Progesterone calms the myometrium and prevents contraction. What factors antagonize progesterone and trigger labor and delivery?

• A) rising estrogen levels increase sensitivity
• B) rising oxytocin levels lead to uterine contractions
• C) distortion of the myometrium
• D) distortion of the cervix
• E) all of the above

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