hypothalamic releasing factor
- hypothalamic releasing factor
hypothalamic releasing factor n any hormone that is secreted by the hypothalamus and stimulates the pituitary gland directly to secrete a hormone
called also hypothalamic releasing hormone, releasing factor
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