Vol. 26 (4) 2005 Neuro endocrinology letters

Comparative analysis of ACTH and oxytocinase plasma concentration during pregnancy.

INTRODUCTION: Normal function of the hypothalamo-adrenal axis is important for the regulation of feto-maternal intrauterine homeostasis including immunomodulating activity and may influence the timing of parturition. ACTH is produced during pregnancy by mother pituitary gland and by trophoblast cells, which are the place of oxytocinase .....