Which of these is not an important component of initiation of parturition in humans?
- Release of Prolactin
- Increase in estrogen and progesterone ratio
- Synthesis of prostaglandins
- Release of Oxytocin
Answer
(1) Release of Prolactin
Solution
As per NCERT, parturition is induced by a complex neuroendocrine mechanism.
⇒ Signals from the fully developed foetus and the placenta (rise in the estrogen : progesterone ratio, prostaglandins) cause mild uterine contractions — the foetal ejection reflex.
⇒ This triggers the release of oxytocin from the maternal pituitary, which causes stronger uterine contractions and expulsion of the baby.
∴ Prolactin is concerned with milk production (lactation), not with initiation of parturition.
Answer: (1)