Prolactin Release-Inhibiting Factors

Synonyms

Prolactin Release Inhibiting Factors

Prolactin Release Inhibiting Hormone

Prolactin Release Inhibitory Factor

Prolactin Release-Inhibiting Hormone

Prolactin Release-Inhibitory Factor

A number of peptides with inhibitory activities on PROLACTIN release have been isolated from the HYPOTHALAMUS, the peripheral nervous system, and the gut. These include SOMATOSTATIN, and peptides derived from POMC and precursor for VASOPRESSIN-ASSOCIATED NEUROPHYSIN. Biogenic amine DOPAMINE is also a potent PIF.