PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Prolactin is synthesized by lactotrophs in the anterior pituitary gland.

Detailed explanation-2: -Prolactin is a hormone made by the pituitary gland, a small gland at the base of the brain. Prolactin causes the breasts to grow and make milk during pregnancy and after birth. Prolactin levels are normally high for pregnant women and new mothers.

Detailed explanation-3: -Through secretion of its hormones, the pituitary gland controls metabolism, growth, sexual maturation, reproduction, blood pressure and many other vital physical functions and processes.