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Prolactin has important cell cycle related functions as a growth-, differentiating- and anti-apoptotic factor. As a growth factor binding to cytokine like receptors it has also profound influence on hematopoiesis, angiogenesis and is involved in the regulation of blood clotting through several pathways. In summary, "more than 300 separate actions of PRL have been reported in various vertebrates, including effects on water and salt balance, growth and development, endocrinology and metabolism, brain and behavior, reproduction, and immune regulation and protection". Prolactin acts in endocrine, autocrine, and paracrine manner through the prolactin receptor and a large number of cytokine receptors.

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Abbreviation for prolactin?

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Prolactin PROmotes LACTation i.e. it makes breasts produce milk.


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Can you become pregnant if you have an elevated level of prolactin in your blood?

Can I become pregnant if I have an elevated level of prolactin in my blood?


What might abnormal prolactin levels show?

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yes


What effect does prolactin have on a pregnant woman?

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What is the hormone that causes ejection of milk?

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What stimulates the production of milk in the breast tissue of a mother?

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