Gonadotropic Hormone (Noun)
Meaning
Hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and placenta; stimulates the gonads and controls reproductive activity.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The gonadotropic hormone is responsible for regulating the reproductive cycle in both males and females.
- Gonadotropic hormone levels are typically measured in the blood to diagnose and monitor disorders of the reproductive system.
- The anterior pituitary gland secretes gonadotropic hormone in response to signals from the hypothalamus.
- During pregnancy, the placenta takes over the production of gonadotropic hormone, which helps to maintain the pregnancy.
- Abnormal levels of gonadotropic hormone can lead to infertility, menstrual irregularities, and other reproductive problems.