Endocrine Exam 1 - Post Pit: OXYTOCIN (89-end)

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the cell bodies of oxytocin are located primarily in which nuclei?

paraventricular

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oxytocin uses which mechanism of action?

phospholipase C

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what is the primary function of oxytocin?

milk let-down

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is suckling required for oxytocin release?

no

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what is the secondary function of oxytocin?

parent-newborn bonding (M and F), feelings of love and closeness

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oxytocin is also known as the ________ hormone

social

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what feedback loop does oxytocin use?

positive feedback

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what is a major stimulus for oxytocin secretion?

cervical stretching