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fsh

/ˌef.esˈeɪtʃ/

Traduction: Hormone gonadotrope sécrétée par l'hypophyse antérieure qui stimule la croissance des follicules ovariens chez la femme et active les cellules productrices de spermatozoïdes chez l'homme.

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/ˌef.esˈeɪtʃ/C1formalmedicalabréviation
  • frHormone gonadotrope sécrétée par l'hypophyse antérieure qui stimule la croissance des follicules ovariens chez la femme et active les cellules productrices de spermatozoïdes chez l'homme.

A gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary that stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles in females and activates sperm‑producing cells in males.

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  1. Follicle-Stimulating HormoneB2formalmedical

    A gonadotropic hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that promotes the development of ovarian follicles in females and stimulates sperm production in males.

    frHormone folliculo-stimulante

    • FSH levels are measured to assess fertility and ovarian reserve.
    • Doctors prescribe FSH injections to stimulate ovulation in women undergoing IVF.
    • Elevated FSH may indicate menopause or diminished ovarian function.
    • In males, FSH acts on Sertoli cells to support spermatogenesis.

    Synonymesfollicle-stimulating hormone

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