corticotrophin
/ˌkɔːrtɪkəˈtroʊfɪn/
noun
- A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol.
- Corticotrophin is released in response to stress signals from the brain.
- Synthetic corticotrophin is sometimes used in medical treatments.
- Doctors may test corticotrophin levels to diagnose adrenal disorders.