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Definitions for adrenocorticotropic
əˈdri noʊˌkɔr tɪ koʊˈtrɒp ɪk, -ˈtroʊ pɪk; -ˈtrɒf ɪk, -ˈtroʊ fɪkadreno·cor·ti·cotrop·ic
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Princeton's WordNet
adrenocorticotropic, adrenocorticotrophicadjective
stimulating or acting on the adrenal cortex
Wiktionary
adrenocorticotropicadjective
That stimulates the adrenal cortex.
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adrenocorticotropic
Adrenocorticotropic refers to a hormone produced and released by the anterior pituitary gland in the brain. Its primary function is to stimulate the production and release of cortisol, a stress hormone, by the adrenal glands, which are located on top of the kidneys. This hormone is also known as adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of adrenocorticotropic in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of adrenocorticotropic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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