JAMB Biology 2004 Question 30

Question 30

Hormonal Coordination

If a nursing mother is not producing enough milk, her hormonal system is probably deficient in

  1. A.prolactin
  2. B.testosterone
  3. C.thyroxin
  4. D.insulin
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Answer: A (prolactin)

Explanation

Prolactin from the pituitary gland stimulates the mammary glands to produce milk.