Gonadotropic

/ˌɡoʊnədoʊˈtrɒpɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or affecting the function and growth of the gonads through hormonal stimulation.

Etymology

From gonadotrophin/gonadotropin + -ic suffix. This adjective form developed to describe the action or quality of substances that stimulate gonadal tissue.

Kelly Says

When you hear 'gonadotropic hormone,' scientists are describing how one chemical messenger in your body tells another part to wake up and start working—it's biological teamwork!

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