A positive feedback mechanism initiates the rhythmic contractions of labor. Determine the hormones involved in this feedback loop

A) relaxin and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)
B) prostaglandins and oxytocin
C) cortisol and aldosterone
D) estrogens and progesterone


Answer: B

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