Circadian Rhythms in the Neuroendocrine Dopaminergic Neurons Regulating Prolactin Secretion
The pituitary gland hormone prolactin (PRL) regulates diverse physiological functions in the female mammal. PRL is secreted into peripheral circulation by lactotrophs in the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. The primary physiological regulator of PRL secretion is Dopamine (DA). Three populations...
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Online Access: | http://purl.flvc.org/fsu/fd/FSU_migr_etd-1819 |