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The Journal of Biological and Medical Rhythm Research
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Original Article

The Circadian Rhythms of Thyrotrophin and Prolactin Secretion

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Pages 85-93 | Received 01 Jan 1987, Accepted 01 Mar 1987, Published online: 07 Jul 2009

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