ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
ENDOCRINE ORGANS
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Question
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In a lactating mammal, the two hormones that promote milk synthesis and milk release, respectively, are ____
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prolactin and calcitonin.
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prolactin and oxytocin.
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follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone.
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luteinizing hormone and oxytocin.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -During lactation, prolactin promotes milk synthesis and oxytocin stimulates milk ejection.
Detailed explanation-2: -Prolactin and oxytocin are released in response to stimulation by the baby’s sucking at the breast. Prolactin is responsible for milk production, and oxytocin for milk letdown. However, these hormones are beneficial in other ways.
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