Gonadotropin

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Gonadotropin Definition

Heterodimeric glycoprotein Gonadotropin consists of alpha (common)/beta (unique) protein subunits. The alpha subunit is present in other heterodimeric glycoprotein hormones. The beta subunit confers biological specificity and stimulates ovarian synthesis of steroids (progesterone) to maintain pregnancy.

Gonadotropin Synonyms

Gonadotropin

Terms in Gonadotropin category

Human Menopausal Gonadotropin