Hormones in labour: oxytocin and the others – how they work

Hormones in labour: oxytocin and the others – how they work oxytocin Oxytocin causes contractions of the uterus In women who are unusually sensitive to its effects, these contractions may become too strong In oxytocin Oxytocin levels varied between 64 and 148 μUmL during labour The most extensive release of oxytocin was seen in connection with maximal

oxytocin Oxytocin levels varied between 64 and 148 μUmL during labour The most extensive release of oxytocin was seen in connection with maximal

oxytocin Oxytocin is a powerful hormone that acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain It plays an important role in reproduction, initiating contractions before Is Oxytocin a Neurotransmitter? It is the hormone responsible for contractions during labor, for breast milk letdown (when your body releases