Corticorelin
Corticorelin
Corticorelin (pronounced as kor-ti-ko-REL-in) is a synthetic form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the body. It is used in diagnostic tests to assess the function of the pituitary gland and adrenal gland.
Etymology
The term "Corticorelin" is derived from the words "cortico", referring to the cortex of the adrenal gland, and "relin", a suffix often used in the names of hormones.
Function
Corticorelin stimulates the pituitary gland to release adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH then stimulates the adrenal glands to produce and release cortisol, a hormone that helps the body respond to stress.
Medical Use
Corticorelin is used in a test known as the corticorelin stimulation test. This test is used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome, a condition that occurs when the body produces too much cortisol. It can also be used to differentiate between Cushing's syndrome caused by a pituitary gland problem and Cushing's syndrome caused by other factors.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Corticorelin
- Wikipedia's article - Corticorelin
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