Definition
gonadotropic
adjective
- of, relating to, or acting as a gonadotropin; stimulating or affecting the gonads (reproductive glands)
Usage: medical/scientific term; also spelled gonadotrophic
Examples
- Gonadotropic hormones regulate the development and function of the testes and ovaries.
- The pituitary gland secretes gonadotropic substances that control reproductive processes.
- Gonadotropic activity increases during puberty to stimulate sexual maturation.
- Doctors may measure gonadotropic hormone levels to diagnose fertility problems.
- Certain medications can enhance gonadotropic function in patients with reproductive disorders.