ISSN:
1420-9071
Keywords:
Neuropeptide Y
;
adrenal cortex
;
isolated adrenocortical cells
;
corticosterone secretion
;
inhibitory effect
;
rat
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Studies with isolated rat adrenocortical cells have shown that neuropeptide Y (NPY) inhibits both basal and ACTH-stimulated corticosterone secretion. These results suggest the regulatory role of NPY in corticosterone secretion from the adrenal gland, especially during stress.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01939945
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