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GHRH Agonist

Meaning

A GHRH Agonist is a pharmacological agent that selectively binds to and activates the Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone (GHRH) receptor located on somatotroph cells in the anterior pituitary gland. By mimicking the action of endogenous GHRH, these compounds stimulate the pulsatile release and synthesis of Growth Hormone (GH). Clinically, GHRH agonists are utilized to treat specific forms of growth hormone deficiency or to evaluate the functional capacity of the pituitary gland. Their therapeutic application aims to restore a more physiological pattern of GH secretion compared to exogenous GH administration.