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[Motilin and gastrin in human milk]
1Second Affiliated Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an.
Zhonghua Fu Chan Ke Za Zhi
|March 1, 1994
Summary
Postpartum women show higher levels of motilin and gastrin hormones in blood and milk. These hormones in human milk may aid neonatal gastro-intestinal development, particularly in premature infants.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Neonatology
- Gastroenterology
Context:
- Investigating maternal hormones during the early postpartum period.
- Comparing hormone levels in pregnant and non-pregnant individuals.
- Analyzing hormone concentrations in both maternal blood and breast milk.
Purpose:
- To quantify and compare motilin and gastrin levels in postpartum women versus controls.
- To determine the presence and levels of these hormones in human milk.
- To explore the potential role of milk-borne hormones in infant development.
Summary:
- Significantly elevated plasma motilin and serum gastrin were observed in 45 postpartum women compared to 20 non-pregnant controls.
- Hormone concentrations in milk were approximately half of those in blood and absent in boiled milk.
- Motilin and gastrin levels were significantly higher in postpartum women (P < 0.01).
Impact:
- Suggests motilin and gastrin in human milk are crucial for neonatal gastro-intestinal maturation.
- Highlights potential benefits for premature infants with immature digestive systems.
- Provides insights into the endocrine role of breast milk components.