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Chronobiology International
The Journal of Biological and Medical Rhythm Research
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Original Article

Timed Daily Administration of Prolactin and Corticosteroid Hormone Reduces Murine Tumor Growth and Enhances Immune Reactivity

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Pages 315-333 | Received 02 Aug 1998, Accepted 29 Oct 1998, Published online: 07 Jul 2009

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