Prolactin-releasing peptide
Prolactin-releasing peptide
Prolactin-releasing peptide (PrRP) is a peptide hormone that stimulates the release of prolactin, a hormone primarily associated with lactation.
Pronunciation
Prolactin-releasing peptide: /proʊˈlæk.tɪn rɪˈliːs.ɪŋ ˈpep.taɪd/
Etymology
The term "Prolactin-releasing peptide" is derived from its function. "Prolactin" is a hormone that promotes lactation, "releasing" indicates the action of the peptide, and "peptide" refers to the type of molecule it is.
Function
Prolactin-releasing peptide is produced in the hypothalamus and is responsible for stimulating the anterior pituitary gland to release prolactin. Prolactin is a hormone that plays a crucial role in lactation and reproductive functions.
Related Terms
- Prolactin: A hormone produced in the anterior pituitary gland that primarily aids in lactation.
- Peptide hormone: A type of hormone made up of amino acids.
- Hypothalamus: A region of the brain responsible for the production of many of the body's essential hormones.
- Anterior pituitary gland: The front portion of the pituitary gland, a small organ located at the base of the brain.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prolactin-releasing peptide
- Wikipedia's article - Prolactin-releasing peptide
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