PROLACTIN
\pɹˈɒlɐktˌɪn], \pɹˈɒlɐktˌɪn], \p_ɹ_ˈɒ_l_ɐ_k_t_ˌɪ_n]\
Definitions of PROLACTIN
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gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary; in females it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation after parturition
By Princeton University
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gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary; in females it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation after parturition
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Pituitary lactogenic hormone. A polypeptide hormone with a molecular weight of about 23,000. It is essential in the induction of lactation in mammals at parturition and is synergistic with estrogen. The hormone also brings about the release of progesterone from lutein cells, which renders the uterine mucosa suited for the embedding of the ovum should fertilization occur.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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