The number of oxytocin receptors present in the uterus increases due to the action of
A) oxytocin
B) estrogen
C) LH
D) prostaglandins
E) FSH

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Estrogen is responsible for increasing the number of oxytocin receptors in the uterus. This allows the uterus to respond effectively to the action of oxytocin during labor and delivery. LH, FSH, and prostaglandins play other roles in reproductive processes but do not directly affect oxytocin receptor number.

The Number of Oxytocin Receptors Present in the Uterus Increases