Search for dissertations about: "prolactin receptor"
Showing result 21 - 25 of 32 swedish dissertations containing the words prolactin receptor.
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21. Growth hormone, JAKs and STATs : a model cytokine signal transduction system
Abstract : The haematopoietic cytokine family of signalling molecules comprises a variety of polypeptides which have pleiotropic effects on cell differentiation, tissue development and homeostasis. The family includes several interleukins, a variety of growth and colony stimulating factors, erythropoietin, leukaemia inhibitory factor, ciliary neurotrophic factor, the interferons, as well as leptin, prolactin and growth hormone. READ MORE
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22. Endocrine signaling and molecular aberrations in primary hyperparathyroidism
Abstract : Primary hyperparathyroidism is a common endocrine disorder, characterized by an inappropriate increase in serum parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels. It is most often caused by a single benign parathyroid tumor. READ MORE
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23. Anatomical studies of the dopamine system in the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland
Abstract : The hypothalamus is a small, evolutionarily conserved brain region, necessary for our survival as individuals and as a species. It collects various sensory inputs, process them to maintain homeostasis and to overcome stressors, and generates outputs that affect the autonomic nervous system, the endocrine system and somatomotor behaviors. READ MORE
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24. Long-term Effects of Opioids in the Treatment of Chronic Pain : Investigation of Problems and Hazards on Clinical, Biochemical, Cellular and Genetic Levels
Abstract : After two decades of liberal prescribing of opioids, there has been an increasing recognition of problems connected to the prolonged use of opioids for chronic pain. The aim of my thesis was to explore some consequences of long-term opioid treatment for chronic pain such as problematic opioid use, endocrine disorders, tolerance and genetic variations in pain and opioid response. READ MORE
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25. Mode of action of asenapine vs. other antipsychotic drugs : an experimental analysis
Abstract : Antipsychotic drugs (APDs) are used in the treatment of schizophrenia and manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder. Generally, the so-called atypical APDs, such as clozapine, may in contrast to typical APDs improve not only positive, but also negative symptoms and some aspects of cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia. READ MORE