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go·nadotrophin
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Princeton's WordNet
gonadotropin, gonadotrophin, gonadotropic hormone, gonadotrophic hormonenoun
hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and placenta; stimulates the gonads and controls reproductive activity
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gonadotrophinnoun
Any of a group of protein hormones secreted by gonadotrope cells of the pituitary gland of vertebrates.
Etymology: From gonadotrophic.
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gonadotrophin
Gonadotropins are glycoprotein hormones secreted by gonadotropic cells of the anterior pituitary of vertebrates. This family includes the mammalian hormones follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), the placental/chorionic gonadotropins, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG), as well as at least two forms of fish gonadotropins. These hormones are central to the complex endocrine system that regulates normal growth, sexual development, and reproductive function. LH and FSH are secreted by the anterior pituitary gland, while hCG and eCG are secreted by the placenta in pregnant humans and mares, respectively. The gonadotropins act on the gonads, controlling gamete and sex hormone production. Gonadotropin is sometimes abbreviated Gn. The alternative spelling gonadotrophin which inaccurately implies a nourishing mechanism is also used. There are various preparations of gonadotropins for therapeutic use, mainly as fertility medication. There are also fad diet or quack preparations, which are illegal in various countries.
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gonadotrophin
Gonadotrophin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the brain that stimulates the growth, development, and function of the gonads (the ovaries in women and testes in men). It includes several specific hormones such as follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which play key roles in sexual development and reproduction.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of gonadotrophin in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of gonadotrophin in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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