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GHRH

Meaning

GHRH, which stands for Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone, is a hypothalamic peptide neurohormone that acts as the primary physiological stimulant for the synthesis and pulsatile secretion of Growth Hormone (GH) from the anterior pituitary gland. It is a crucial component of the somatotropic axis, orchestrating the release of GH into the systemic circulation. This hormone is essential for regulating linear growth, metabolism, and overall body composition.