The Process by Which the Uterus Returns to Its Pre-Pregnant

question 54

Multiple Choice

The process by which the uterus returns to its pre-pregnant size is called

• A)involution.
• B)afterbirth.
• C)precipitation.
• D)organogenesis.

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Definitions:

Endocrine Tissue

Specialized tissues in the body that release hormones directly into the bloodstream, functioning in the regulation of physiological activities.

Adrenal

Pertaining to the adrenal glands, which are small glands located above each kidney that produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline and cortisol.

Anterior Pituitary

The front part of the pituitary gland, producing and releasing hormones that control growth, reproduction, and other functions.

Pituitary Hormone

Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland, which regulate a wide range of bodily functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.