The hormone responsible for uterine contractions and the minimization of maternal postpartum blood loss is _____

a. prolactin
b. oxytocin
c. estrogen
d. progesterone
e. testosterone


b

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Estrogen, progesterone, androgen are all sex hormones that originate from cholesterol which is converted into ______, the precursor of all steroid hormones.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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People who live in the Mediterranean area have lower rates of heart disease. This is often attributed to:

a. the fact that food manufacturers are not allowed to use trans fats. b. the liberal use of olive oil. c. decreased sodium intake. d. the liberal use of safflower oil.

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The name of a lipid neutral fatty acid (i.e., one that does not seem to affect LDL levels) is:

a. oleic. b. linolenic. c. stearic. d. myristic.

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Haustration in the large intestine is accomplished by alternating waves of relaxation and con- traction of smooth muscle lasting for several minutes

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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