Inhibin
Inhibin
Inhibin (pronounced /ɪnˈhɪbɪn/) is a protein that is secreted by the gonads (both testes in males and ovaries in females) and is involved in the regulation of the endocrine system.
Etymology
The term "inhibin" is derived from the word "inhibit", reflecting its primary function to inhibit the secretion of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the anterior pituitary gland.
Function
Inhibin primarily functions to inhibit the secretion of FSH from the anterior pituitary gland. It is a hormone that plays a crucial role in the human reproductive system. In males, inhibin helps to regulate spermatogenesis, while in females, it is involved in the control of the menstrual cycle and ovulation.
Related Terms
- Activin: A protein complex that stimulates the secretion of FSH, acting in opposition to inhibin.
- Gonadotropin: A hormone that stimulates the gonads, which includes FSH and luteinizing hormone (LH).
- Endocrine system: The collection of glands that produce hormones to regulate various bodily functions.
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH): A hormone that stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles in females and spermatogenesis in males.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inhibin
- Wikipedia's article - Inhibin
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