Which two hormones play a role in promoting the milk reflex and in maintaining breast milk production in a mother's breasts?
A) antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and thyroid hormone
B) growth hormone and glucagon
C) prolactin (PRL) and oxytocin
D) parathyroid hormone (PTH) and thyroid hormone
E) prolactin (PRL) and antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

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Prolactin (PRL) is the hormone primarily responsible for promoting milk production in a mother's breasts, while oxytocin triggers the milk reflex or letdown, which causes milk to be released from the breasts. Together, these hormones work to maintain breast milk production and ensure that the infant receives adequate nutrition.

Which Two Hormones Play a Role in Promoting the Milk