NCIt related terms : LH-RH; gonadotropin-releasing hormone; GnRH;
NCIt definition : Specifically expressed in hypothalamic neurons as a preproprotein, Gonadotropin Releasing
Hormones (GnRH Family) are secreted into the median eminence capillary plexus, bind
to receptors on anterior pituitary gonadotrophs, and stimulate the release of luteinizing
hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to control female reproduction.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A hormone made by the hypothalamus (part of the brain). GnRH causes the
pituitary gland to make luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone
(FSH). These hormones are involved in reproduction.;
CAS number : 33515-09-2;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000306531; CDR0000306499; CDR0000045751; CDR0000044574;