Definition
gonadotrophin
noun
- A hormone that stimulates the growth and function of the gonads (testes or ovaries).
Usage: Also spelled gonadotropin (U.S. variant).; Medical/scientific term.
Examples
- The pituitary gland produces gonadotrophin to regulate reproductive function.
- Doctors may prescribe gonadotrophin injections to treat infertility.
- Luteinizing hormone is one type of gonadotrophin.
- Gonadotrophin levels are monitored during fertility treatments.
- The body naturally increases gonadotrophin production during puberty.