One of the few hormones that functions on a positive feedback loop is:
A) ADH.
B) calcitonin.
C) oxytocin.
D) insulin.

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Oxytocin is the hormone that functions on a positive feedback loop. This means that the release of oxytocin causes an action, such as uterine contractions during childbirth or milk letdown during breastfeeding, which further stimulates the release of oxytocin. The positive feedback loop continues until the action is completed. ADH, calcitonin, and insulin all function on negative feedback loops, where the hormone release is inhibited once a certain level in the body is reached.

One of the Few Hormones That Functions on a Positive