Prolactin Release-Inhibiting Factors

**Definition:** 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.

**Tree numbers:** - D06.472.699.327.700.750 - D12.644.400.400.700.750 - D12.644.548.365.700.750 - D12.776.631.650.405.700.750

**Synonyms:** - Prolactin Release Inhibiting Hormone - Prolactin Release-Inhibiting Hormone - Prolactin Release-Inhibitory Factor