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Effect of prolactin hormone is on
Effect of prolactin hormone is on
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The correct option is C Mammary glands
Prolactin (PRL), also known as luteotropic hormone, is secreted from anterior lobe of pituitary gland. It is produced by lactotroph cells. It stimulates the production of milk in mammary glands. During pregnancy, levels of prolactin increase which results in the enlargement of mammary glands and produce milk. Hence, prolactin acts on mammary glands.So, the correct answer is 'Mammary glands'
Prolactin (PRL), also known as luteotropic hormone, is secreted from anterior lobe of pituitary gland. It is produced by lactotroph cells. It stimulates the production of milk in mammary glands. During pregnancy, levels of prolactin increase which results in the enlargement of mammary glands and produce milk. Hence, prolactin acts on mammary glands.
So, the correct answer is 'Mammary glands'
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