Question

What is parturition? Which hormones are involved in induction of parturition?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Hormones that are responsible for the induction of parturition are: oxytocin and relaxin.

- Oxytocin: It is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. It facilitates uterine contractions to push foetus downward which in turn stretches the cervix. The amount of oxytocin is increased just before and during the labor pain.

Answer 2

• Parturition is the act of giving birth to the young; childbirth.
• Hormones that are responsible for the induction of parturition are: oxytocin and relaxin. - Oxytocin: It is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. It facilitates uterine contractions to push foetus downward which in turn stretches the cervix.