Prolactin

/pɹˈɒlɐktˌɪn/

/pɹoʊˈɫæktən/

[noun]

Prolactin

[NOUN]

a hormone that stimulates milk production and plays a role in reproductive functions

synonyms : lactogenic hormone

luteotropin

What is "prolactin"?

Prolactin is a hormone that plays a crucial role in lactation, stimulating milk production in the mammary glands after childbirth. It is also involved in reproductive functions, such as regulating menstrual cycles and influencing fertility. Additionally, prolactin has effects on various other systems in the body, including immune function, metabolism, and behavior.

Examples

1. Your prolactin levels go up.

2. Prolactin stimulates the mammary glands to produce milk.

3. When people cry, they also release prolactin.

4. When people cry, they also release prolactin.