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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 these hormones is stimulated by acetylcholine release from preganglionic sympathetic fibers innervating the adrenal medulla.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Secretion of pituitary FSH and LH must decrease.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

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

The Filtration and the Secretion Theories.—Experiments on the action of and secretions of the kidneys.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 586, March 26, 1887 by Various




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