corticotropin

[US]/[kɔːˈtɪkrəʊpɪn]/
[UK]/[ˌkɔːr.tɪˈkoʊ.trɑːp.ɪn]/
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Translation

n.A polypeptide hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary that stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce cortisol.; Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).
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Phrases & Collocations

corticotropin release

measuring corticotropin

corticotropin levels

increased corticotropin

corticotropin stimulation

corticotropin deficiency

releasing corticotropin

corticotropin test

high corticotropin

corticotropin production

Example Sentences

doctors often measure corticotropin levels to assess adrenal function.

elevated corticotropin can indicate a pituitary tumor.

corticotropin-releasing hormone stimulates corticotropin release.

the corticotropin stimulation test assesses adrenal responsiveness.

low corticotropin levels might suggest hypopituitarism.

measuring corticotropin helps diagnose adrenal insufficiency.

genetic mutations can affect corticotropin production.

certain medications can influence corticotropin secretion.

researchers study corticotropin's role in stress response.

abnormal corticotropin rhythms can disrupt sleep patterns.

corticotropin deficiency can lead to fatigue and weakness.

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