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Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone

Decapeptide hypothalamic hormone controlling gonadotropin release.

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Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone

Overview

Decapeptide hypothalamic hormone controlling gonadotropin release.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameGonadotropin-Releasing Hormone

Mechanism of Action

Pulsatile GnRH release controls LH and FSH secretion from anterior pituitary.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameGonadotropin-Releasing Hormone
CategoryNeuropeptides

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