lh Synonyms
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lh Meaning
Wordnet
lh (n)
a gonadotropic hormone that is secreted by the anterior pituitary; stimulates ovulation in female mammals and stimulates androgen release in male mammals
lh Sentence Examples
- The luteinizing hormone (LH) surge triggers ovulation in women.
- Low levels of LH can indicate a hormonal imbalance.
- The pituitary gland releases LH in pulses throughout the day.
- LH binds to receptors on the surface of ovarian cells.
- In men, LH stimulates the production of testosterone.
- High levels of LH can be a sign of certain medical conditions, such as pituitary disorders.
- LH levels are measured through blood tests.
- LH urine tests can be used to detect ovulation.
- Women with irregular menstrual cycles may be given LH injections to induce ovulation.
- Clomiphene citrate (Clomid) is a medication that can be used to increase LH production.
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a gonadotropic hormone that is secreted by the anterior pituitary; stimulates ovulation in female mammals and stimulates androgen release in male mammals
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The luteinizing hormone (LH) surge triggers ovulation in women.
Low levels of LH can indicate a hormonal imbalance.
The pituitary gland releases LH in pulses throughout the day.
LH binds to receptors on the surface of ovarian cells.
