<endocrinology, hormone> A hormone capable of promoting gonadal growth and function. ... The effects are usually limited to discrete functions or histological components of a gonad, such as stimulation of follicular growth or of androgen formation. Most gonadotrophin's exert their effects in both sexes, although the effect of a given gonadotr... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
Any hormone that supports and stimulates the function of the gonads (sex glands); some gonadotrophins are used as fertility drugs Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21221