Thyrotropin-releasing Factor (Noun)
Meaning
Hormone released by the hypothalamus that controls the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the anterior pituitary.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The hypothalamus secretes thyrotropin-releasing factor, which stimulates the anterior pituitary gland to release thyroid-stimulating hormone.
- Thyrotropin-releasing factor is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus that plays a crucial role in regulating the body's metabolism.
- Researchers have found that thyrotropin-releasing factor is released by the hypothalamus in response to stress, low blood glucose levels, and cold temperatures.
- The release of thyrotropin-releasing factor from the hypothalamus is regulated by a negative feedback loop involving thyroid hormones.
- Thyrotropin-releasing factor is a tripeptide hormone that is synthesized by the hypothalamus and released into the hypophyseal portal system.