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oxytocin

oxytocin Oxytocin is a hormone made of nine amino acids and released from the posterior pituitary.

Oxytocin is a hormone made of nine amino acids and released from the posterior pituitary. It acts on smooth muscle, including helping trigger uterine contractions and milk release.

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