"lactogen" meaning in English

See lactogen in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: lactogens [plural]
Etymology: From lacto- + -gen. Etymology templates: {{confix|en|lacto|gen}} lacto- + -gen Head templates: {{en-noun|~}} lactogen (countable and uncountable, plural lactogens)
  1. (biochemistry) A polypeptide placental hormone, part of the somatotropin family, with structure and function similar to those of growth hormone. It modifies the metabolic state of the mother during pregnancy to facilitate the energy supply of the fetus. Tags: countable, uncountable Categories (topical): Biochemistry Translations (Translations): 催乳激素 (cuīrǔ jīsù) (Chinese Mandarin), 催乳物质 (Chinese Mandarin)

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