What is another word for lactogenic hormone?
Pronunciation: [lˌaktə͡ʊd͡ʒˈɛnɪk hˈɔːmə͡ʊn] (IPA) 
Lactogenic hormone is also known as prolactin. Numerous synonyms for this hormone exist, including luteotropic hormone, mammotropin, pituitary lactogenic hormone, and luteotrophin. The hormone plays a vital role in milk production in mammals, specifically the development and function of mammary glands. Moreover, it regulates a diverse range of physiological functions, including reproduction, growth, and metabolism. The hormone is released in response to various stimuli, including suckling, stress, and sexual activity. Prolactin imbalance may lead to infertility, sexual dysfunction or abnormal uterine bleeding. The hormone also plays a crucial role in the immune system by enhancing the lymphocyte activity and regulating the inflammatory response.
