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secretion

[si-kree-shuhn] / sɪˈkri ʃən /


NOUN
substance released
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Secretion of GnRH by the hypothalamus is inhibited by high levels of estradiol, but stimulated by low levels of estradiol.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Secretion of pituitary FSH and LH must decrease.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Figure 23.17 The Three Phases of Gastric Secretion Gastric secretion occurs in three phases: cephalic, gastric, and intestinal.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Secretion of GnRH by the hypothalamus is inhibited by low levels of estrogen but stimulated by high levels of estrogen.

From Textbooks • Apr. 25, 2013

Secretion coughed out must be wiped away quickly, but gently, before it is again aspirated.

From Bronchoscopy and Esophagoscopy A Manual of Peroral Endoscopy and Laryngeal Surgery by Jackson, Chevalier




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