[Campbell Biology P.1057] According to the text, what is a primary activity stimulated by pro... | Practice Question

According to the text, what is a primary activity stimulated by prolactin?

  • A: Regulation of blood pressure.
  • B: Stimulation of milk production.
  • C: Control of muscle tone.
  • D: Regulation of bioenergetics.

Explanation

The text explicitly states: 'Prolactin-releasing hormone, for example, is a hypothalamic hormone that stimulates the anterior pituitary to secrete prolactin, which has activities that include stimulating milk production.'