Prolactin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹoʊˈlæktɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Prolactin is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A peptide gonadotrophic hormone secreted by the pituitary gland; it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation in females.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A peptide gonadotrophic hormone secreted by the pituitary gland; it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation in females.
Example Sentences
Men get a dose of the hormone prolactin after orgasm and this acts as a sedative.
Word Forms
- prolactins
Synonyms for prolactin
Depending on context, synonyms include lactotropin, luteotropin, mammotropin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ovine, lactotropin, luteotropin, luteotrophin, mammotropin, preprolactin.
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