The role of prolactin levels in metabolic syndrome: a systematic review

• Main Authors: Karolina Korta (Author), Anna Szeliga (Author), Karolina Oluszczak (Author), Agata Szostak (Author), Liliana Dyląg (Author), Konrad Wawszkowicz (Author), Kinga Szopińska (Author), Maria Janina Śmigielska-Mikołajczyk (Author), Weronika Łowicka (Author), Magdalena Graca (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction and purpose: Prolactin is primarily associated with lactation and gonadal function, but it also has metabolic effects. Recent research shows prolactin's role in food intake, body weight, glucose, and lipid profile. Both low and excessive prolactin levels can lead to metabolic dysfu...