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lactogen

n. (context biochemistry English) 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.

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lactogen

n. any agent that enhances milk production

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She settled in a cane chair, took the baby from Nancy and began to feed her from the bottle of Lactogen Nancy had warmed.