
Gonadotropin Hormone: Understanding the Role of This Vital Hormone in Reproduction
Introduction Gonadotropin hormones are a group of hormones that regulate the function of the gonads (ovaries and testes) in animals. They are produced by the pituitary gland and include follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). FSH and LH stimulate the production of sex hormones (estrogen and progesterone in females, testosterone in males) and gametes (eggs and sperm) in the gonads. hCG is produced by the placenta during pregnancy and maintains the corpus luteum, which secretes progesterone to support the pregnancy. Gonadotropin hormones are essential for reproduction and sexual development. They are also involved in some diseases and disorders, such as infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), ovarian cancer, testicular cancer, and hypogonadism. Gonadotropin Hormone A Key Component in Reproduction Gonadotropin hormone is a type of hormone that stimulates the growth and function of the gonads, which are the reproductive organs in both males and females. Gonadotropin