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lactogenesis [lak′tojen′ĕsis] See galactopoiesis. lactogenesis the process of differentiation of cells of the mammary alveoli, as a consequence of which the alveolar cells develop the capacity to secrete milk. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In lactating women, lactogenesis begins about 40 hr after the birth of their offspring. Anderson-Hunt and Dennerstein (1994, 1995) published some notes about the sexual effects of a synthetic oxytocin (nasal) spray in a woman who took the drug for low milk expression during lactogenesis. Neville, "Failure of Lactogenesis Associated with Placental Retention," American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 140 (1981): 477-478. |
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