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Milk let down is stimulated by which endocrine hormone?
  1. Oxytocin
  2. Prolactin
  3. Insulin
  4. Epinephrine
Explanation
Answer: A - Milk let down is stimulated by oxytocin which is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. This hormone is released during labor and during lactation. It is stimulated by uterine contractions during labor and with suckling, which stimulates milk let down.
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