Onset of labor may result from
A. increased secretion of oxytocin by the fetus.
B. increased glucocorticoid secretion by the mother.
C. increased progesterone secretion by the placenta.
D. increased estrogen secretion by the placenta.
E. decreased prostaglandins.
Answer: D
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