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[Prolactin and pregnancy].

I Miyakawa

    Rinsho Byori. the Japanese Journal of Clinical Pathology
    |August 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    This study investigated prolactin's role in human fetal development and lung maturation. Findings suggest maternal and fetal prolactin may not be essential for pregnancy maintenance or fetal growth.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Endocrinology
    • Developmental Biology
    • Perinatology

    Background:

    • Investigated the role of prolactin in human fetal growth and lung maturation.
    • Measured prolactin levels in maternal, fetal, and amniotic compartments using radio-immunoassay.
    • Utilized radio-immunoassay to quantify prolactin in maternal, fetal, and amniotic compartments.

    Observation:

    • Anencephalic fetuses and bromocriptine-treated pregnancies were studied.
    • Bromocriptine crossed the placenta, suppressing fetal pituitary prolactin secretion.
    • Amniotic fluid prolactin levels were minimally impacted by bromocriptine treatment.

    Findings:

    • Bromocriptine suppressed fetal pituitary prolactin secretion.
    • Amniotic fluid prolactin levels were largely unaffected by bromocriptine.

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    • Implications:

    • Maternal and fetal prolactin may not be obligatory for maintaining pregnancy.
    • Maternal and fetal prolactin may not be essential for fetal growth.
    • Suggests alternative pathways for amniotic fluid prolactin regulation.