Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trh
Noun
/tiː ɑːr eɪtʃ/

Definition
TRH stands for Thyrotropin-Releasing Hormone, which is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus in the brain.

Examples
- The secretion of TRH is essential for maintaining proper thyroid function.
- In individuals with hypothyroidism, TRH levels may be elevated as the body attempts to stimulate the thyroid gland.
- Research into TRH has implications for understanding metabolic disorders.

Meaning
TRH stimulates the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) from the anterior pituitary gland, which in turn promotes the production of thyroid hormones that regulate the body’s metabolism.

Synonyms
- Thyrotropin-Releasing Factor
- TRH Hormone