Neuroendocrine regulation of LHRH and gonadotropin
Kumasaka, T.; Masaoka, K.; Watanabe, H.; Mori, T.; Ohya, H.; Tadokoro, N.
Advances in Contraceptive Delivery Systems Cds 2(2-3): 176-181
1986
ISSN/ISBN: 1012-8689 PMID: 12314505 Document Number: 346285
Analysis of gonadotropin secretion patterns throughout the menstrual cycle revealed a complex rhythm. Especially at 1-3 hour intervals this was seen, with a frequency that was dependent on the phase of the menstrual cycle. There is little information available concerning the role of plasma luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) in the regulation of donadotropin secretion in amenorrheic and postmenopausal women. In this paper, the authors present the results of a detailed investigation into the secretory pattern of LH, follicle stimulating hormone, and LHRH in normal women with a normal menstrual cycle, amenorrheic women, and postmenopausal women.