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prolactin
This term refers specifically to a protein hormone within the endocrine system. It carries a clinical and biological connotation, typically appearing in medical reports, endocrinology textbooks, or discussions regarding lactation and pituitary function.
As a chemical substance and hormone, it is treated as an uncountable mass noun. It does not have a plural form in standard medical usage; instead, clinicians refer to prolactin levels or concentrations to quantify the amount present in the blood.
Meanings
Examples
High levels of prolactin can interfere with the normal menstrual cycle.
I wonder if my prolactin levels are the reason for these headaches.
The pituitary gland is responsible for releasing prolactin into the bloodstream.
The pituitary gland is responsible for releasing prolactin into the bloodstream.
Your prolactin test results came back slightly elevated.
Prolactin plays a key role in the onset of lactation after delivery.
Does this medication cause an increase in prolactin secretion?
A prolactinoma is a benign tumor that produces excess hormone.
The nurse explained how prolactin helps the body produce breast milk.