Oxytocin

The book "Oxytocin: Methods and Protocols" offers a comprehensive examination of the role of oxytocin in both the peripheral and central nervous systems. It addresses the diverse effects of this neuropeptide, including its significance in regulating myometrial contractions, cardioprotective effects, and promoting pro-social behaviors. The chapters are structured to include a detailed pharmacological characterization of oxytocin receptor ligands as well as ligands of other important receptors, such as the vasopressin receptor family. This book is part of the prestigious "Methods in Molecular Biology" series and serves as a valuable resource for researchers interested in the complex effects of oxytocin in the central nervous system. Each chapter includes an introduction to the topic, a list of required materials and reagents, and step-by-step, reproducible laboratory protocols, supplemented with helpful troubleshooting tips.