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thyroid-stimulating hormone

 

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Noun thyroid-stimulating hormone has 1 sense
  1. thyrotropin, thyrotropic hormone, thyrotrophin, thyrotrophic hormone, thyroid-stimulating hormone, TSH - anterior pituitary hormone that stimulates the function of the thyroid gland
    --1 is a kind of hormone, endocrine, internal secretion

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Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

Definition:

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates the production and release of thyroid hormones.

Usage:

Sense 1 - Medical:

In a medical context, thyroid stimulating hormone refers to the hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones. Abnormal levels of TSH can indicate an underlying thyroid disorder.

Sample sentence 1: "The doctor ordered a blood test to check my thyroid stimulating hormone levels." Sample sentence 2: "High levels of thyroid stimulating hormone may indicate an underactive thyroid." Related products on Amazon: Thyroid Supplements

Sense 2 - Popular:

In popular culture, thyroid stimulating hormone is often associated with weight management and metabolism. Some products claim to boost TSH levels to enhance weight loss or improve energy levels, although scientific evidence supporting these claims is limited.

Sample sentence 1: "The advertisement claims that this supplement can increase thyroid stimulating hormone production and help burn fat faster." Sample sentence 2: "The fitness influencer recommends incorporating exercises that naturally stimulate thyroid hormone production." Related products on Amazon: Metabolism Boosters
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