NCIt related terms : lutropin; LH; LUTEINIZING HORMONE;
NCIt definition : Any recombinant form of the endogenously produced heterodimer glycoprotein luteinizing
hormone (LH) normally made by the anterior pituitary gland, that can be used for the
treatment of LH deficiency. Upon administration, recombinant LH mimics the biological
activity of endogenous LH. In females, this triggers ovulation and the development
of the corpus luteum. In males, LH stimulates Leydig cells to produce testosterone.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A hormone made in the pituitary gland. In females, it acts on the ovaries
to make follicles release their eggs and to make hormones that get the uterus ready
for a fertilized egg to be implanted. In males, it acts on the testes to cause cells
to grow and make testosterone.;
UNII : 8XA4VN1LH4;
CAS number : 9002-67-9;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000643020; CDR0000643021; CDR0000643022; CDR0000643019;