Effect of Neurosteroids on Basal and Stress-Induced Oxytocin Secretion in Luteal-Phase and Pregnant Sheep

    May 2023 in “ Animals ”
    Patrycja Młotkowska, Elżbieta Marciniak, Anna Misztal, Tomasz Misztal
    Studysummary This study found that neurosteroids influence oxytocin secretion in sheep, particularly during stress and pregnancy, suggesting their role in protecting and maintaining pregnancy under harmful conditions.
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