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lactogen

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Noun1.lactogen - any agent that enhances milk production
lactogenic hormone, luteotropin, prolactin - gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary; in females it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation after parturition
agent - a substance that exerts some force or effect


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Experts suspect it is related to changing hormone levels, particularly human placental lactogen, produced by the placenta.
Gestational diabetes by National Women's Health Report
My doctor offered me tests of placental function--essentially checks of the levels of hormones such as human placental lactogen (HPL) and estriol, which are produced or processed by the placenta--and we discussed scans and heart monitoring to check my baby more directly.
The amazing placenta: take a closer look at the organ your baby ... by Buckley, Sarah J. / Mothering
Estrogen, progesterone, and lactogen may raise blood sugar by counteracting the action of insulin.
Gestational diabetes: myth or metabolism? by Jones, Joy / Mothering
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