Prolactin Written by NCI Thesaurus v.07.09d   

Definition of Prolactin Human prolactin (227 aa, 26 kDa precursor) is encoded by the human prolactin (PIT1) gene. This secreted lactogenic glycoprotein is expressed in both anterior pituitary lactotropes and the decidual endometrium. It acts primarily on the mammary gland and, in synergy with estrogen, induces progesterone release by corpus luteum cells to render the uterine mucosa suitable for implantation. Prolactin is from the group Pituitary Hormone Other Names for Prolactin Prolactin PRL Source NCI Thesaurus License

 

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