The sensitivity of the uterus to oxytocin is increased by
A)prostaglandin.
B)progesterone.
C)testosterone.
D)estrogen.

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Estrogen increases the sensitivity of the uterus to oxytocin, whereas progesterone inhibits the effects of oxytocin on the uterus. Prostaglandin can also enhance the effects of oxytocin by promoting uterine contractions, but it does not directly increase the sensitivity of the uterus to oxytocin. Testosterone does not have a significant effect on the uterus or oxytocin sensitivity.

The Sensitivity of the Uterus to Oxytocin Is Increased by