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.