CORTICOTROPHIN
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Corticotrophin.
Corticotrophin - as a noun
A hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal cortex
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acthadrenocorticotrophic hormoneadrenocorticotrophinadrenocorticotropic hormoneadrenocorticotropincorticotropinExample Sentences
"The corticotrophin levels were found to be elevated in patients with Cushing's disease."
"Synthetic corticotrophin is often used as a medication to treat certain inflammatory conditions."
"The production of corticotrophin is regulated by the hypothalamus."
"Measurement of corticotrophin levels can aid in the diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency."
"Excessive corticotrophin secretion can lead to adrenal gland disorders."
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