Oxytocin (OT), also called oxytocin, is a mammalian hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. It is synthesized by hypothalamic paraventricular nucleus and supraoptic nucleus. It consists of nine amino acids. Delivered to the neurohypophysis at a rate of 2 mm to 3 mm per day for release. Its physiological function: stimulate mammary gland to secrete milk, promote uterine smooth muscle contraction during childbirth, and promote maternal love. In addition, it can also reduce the level of stress hormones such as adrenaline in human body, thus lowering blood pressure. It is not a woman's patent, both men and women can secrete it.
Chinese name: oxytocin
Chinese alias: oxytocin acetate; oxytocin
English name: oxytocin
English alias: α-hypophosphite oxytocin
Si Nuo. : 50-56-6
Molecular formula: C43H66N 12O 12S2.
Molecular weight: 1007. 19000.
Accurate mass: 1006.44000
PSA:450. 13000
LogP: 1.55630