mammogen

mammogen
\\ˈmaməjə̇n, -ˌjen\ noun (-s)
Etymology: mamma (II) + -o- + -gen
: any of certain hypothetical hormonal factors that stimulate mammary development and are usually held to be produced in the pituitary gland — compare lactogenic hormone

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • mammogen — mam·mo·gen mam ə jən, .jen n any mammogenic hormone esp PROLACTIN * * * mam·mo·gen (mamґo jən) any substance or influence that promotes breast development …   Medical dictionary

  • mammogen — mam·mo·gen …   English syllables

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