Multiple choice

The myometrium is the middle layer of the uterine wall in females. Which of the following statements does not characterise the myometrium?

  1. Gap junctions allow rapid communication between myocytes.

  2. Initial weeks of pregnancy are maintained by corpus luteum.

  3. It can enlarge via hypertrophy and recruitment of new myocytes.

  4. It induces uterine contractions.

  5. After delivery the myometrium expands further to expel the placenta.

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E Correct answer
Explanation

After delivery the myometrium contracts to expel the placenta and to minimise blood loss from  the body.