inhibin

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[in-hib-in] / ɪnˈhɪb ɪn /

Biochemistry.

1. a hormone, found in semen, that acts on the pituitary gland to decrease FSH.

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Etymology

Origin of inhibin

First recorded in 1980–85; inhib(it) + -in ²

Example Sentences

If the sperm count reaches 20 million/ml, the Sertoli cells cease the release of inhibin, and the sperm count increases.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

In addition, the granulosa cells of the ovarian follicles produce inhibin, which—as in males—inhibits the secretion of FSH.During the initial stages of pregnancy, an organ called the placenta develops within the uterus.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

In addition, the testes produce the peptide hormone inhibin, which inhibits the secretion of FSH from the anterior pituitary gland.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

During the years leading up to menopause, there is a decrease in the levels of the hormone inhibin, which normally participates in a negative feedback loop to the pituitary to control the production of FSH.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

If the sperm count reaches a low of 20 million/mL, the Sertoli cells cease the release of inhibin, and the sperm count increases.

From Textbooks • Apr. 25, 2013