Question

Describe the process of parturition and which hormone are involve in parturation

Answer 1

The process of delivery of the foetus (childbirth) at the end of pregnancy is called parturition. The hormones involved in induction of parturition are:Oxytocin hormone from maternalpituitary stimulates strong uterinecontractions that lead to expulsion of the baby from the uterus.

Answer 2

Answer:

Parturution is the process wherein a fully developed foetus, from the mother’s womb, is expelled out after the completion of the gestation period.

There are two critical hormones that are involved in the induction of parturition, they are:

• Oxytocin – It directs the full-term foetus towards the birth canal, as it causes the contraction of the smooth muscles of the myometrium of the uterus leading the baby to be expelled out

• Relaxin – It relaxes the pelvic ligaments, widening the pelvis to assist in an easier childbirth