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GHRF

GHRF

9.9
A chemical in the body that tells a gland to release growth hormone
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : GHRF
  • The hypothalamus releases GHRF to trigger the secretion of growth hormone in the body.

Examples

  • Administration of GHRF may benefit patients with certain pituitary deficiencies.

  • Researchers are studying how GHRF levels affect childhood growth disorders.

  • The GHRF plays a crucial role in growth regulation.

  • Researchers are studying GHRFs for their potential benefits.

  • The hypothalamus releases GHRF to stimulate the anterior pituitary gland to release growth hormone.

  • Administration of GHRF can enhance the release of growth hormone in patients with deficiencies.

  • Researchers are examining how GHRF levels influence the production of growth hormone in children.

Synonyms

growth hormone-releasing factor
vsGHRF
  • Specialized
4.9

A chemical made in the brain that tells another gland to release growth hormone

is described only by its action on the anterior pituitary rather than origin
GRF
vsGHRF
  • Specialized
9.5

A hormone that tells a small gland at the base of the brain to release growth hormone

uses a different shortened form instead of the full written phrase

Surface Forms

GHRF singular
GHRFs plural

Etymology

GHRF is a short name made from growth, hormone, releasing, and factor, so you can remember it as 'a factor that releases growth hormone'. That's why GHRF means a small signal from the brain that tells the pituitary gland to release growth hormone to help the body grow.