semicretin

/ˌsɛmɪˈkrɛtɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A protein that, when released from the hypothalamus, inhibits the secretion of thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) and stimulates the secretion of growth hormone.

“The patient’s blood test showed a decrease in semicretin, which suggested a possible issue with their pituitary gland function.”

Synonyms

  • growth hormone-releasing factor
  • growth hormone-releasing peptide

Antonyms

  • thyrotropin-releasing hormone