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Pregnant Mare Serum Gonadotropin

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Pregnant Mare Serum Gonadotropin Definition

A polypeptide hormone isolated from the equine placenta. In animals, the activity of pregnant mare serum gonadotropin is similar to that of follicle-stimulating hormone; in humans, this agent is relatively ineffective. This agent is used in veterinary medicine to stimulate ovulation. (NCI04)

Pregnant Mare Serum Gonadotropin Synonyms

Pregnant Mare Serum Gonadotropin, Equine Chorionic Gonadotropin, Equine gonadotropin, PMSG, eCG

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