Which of these is not an important component of initiation of parturition in humans?

Which of these is not an important component of initiation of parturition in humans?
A Increase in oestrogen and progesterone ratio
B Synthesis of prostaglandins
C Release of oxytocin
D Release of prolactin

Detailed Solution

Prolactin from the anterior pituitary stimulates breast development and milk secretion after delivery; it does not initiate parturition.

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