Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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GnRH
A hormone made by the hypothalamus (part of the brain). GnRH causes the pituitary gland to make luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). These hormones are involved in reproduction. Also called gonadotropin-releasing hormone.
Source: National Cancer Institute Dictionary of Cancer Terms, available at www.cancer.gov/dictionary.