Progesterone calms the myometrium and prevents contraction.What factors antagonize progesterone and trigger labor and delivery?
A)Rising estrogen levels increase sensitivity.
B)Rising oxytocin levels lead to uterine contractions.
C)distortion of the myometrium
D)distortion of the cervix
E)All of the answers are correct.

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All the factors listed contribute to antagonizing progesterone and triggering labor: rising estrogen increases uterine sensitivity, oxytocin induces contractions, and distortion of the myometrium and cervix further stimulate labor.

Progesterone Calms the Myometrium and Prevents Contraction