Oxytocin
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-020087
A naturally secreted hormone that is important in milk letdown and the contraction of the smooth uterine muscles during the birthing process.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-020087 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Chemicals, toxics and pesticides |
| References | Ag 101 Glossary of American Agriculture |
Record as JSON
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