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What is the primary function of prolactin hormone in females?
What is the primary function of prolactin hormone in females?
- To inhibit milk secretion
- To stimulate milk secretion (correct)
- To regulate menstrual cycle
- To produce estrogen and progesterone
Why is there no prolactin secretion during pregnancy?
Why is there no prolactin secretion during pregnancy?
- Due to the absence of lactotroph cells
- Due to the presence of estrogen and progesterone secreted by the placenta (correct)
- Due to the presence of prolactin inhibiting factor
- Due to the inhibition of LH and FSH
What happens when there is a pathological increase in prolactin hormone?
What happens when there is a pathological increase in prolactin hormone?
- It causes menstrual cycle irregularities (correct)
- It has no effect on the reproductive system
- It stimulates LH and FSH secretion
- It inhibits estrogen and progesterone secretion
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Test your knowledge of prolactin hormone with this informative quiz! Learn all about its role in milk secretion, how it interacts with other hormones during pregnancy, and more. Perfect for anyone studying endocrinology or interested in women's health.
