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The pleiotropic effects of excessive luteinizing hormone secretion in transgenic mice.
Seminars in reproductive medicine - 1 Sept 2007
Sutton Amelia L M, Keri Ruth A
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Luteinizing hormone (LH) is member of the glycoprotein hormone family of gonadotropins, which also includes the highly related human chorionic gonadotropin and follicle-stimulating hormone. The necessity of these factors for sustaining human fertility has been known for decades. In addition, elevated serum levels of LH have been associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, suggesting that the appropriate balance...
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