gonadotrophic

/ˌɡoʊnədoʊˈtrɑfɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or promoting the growth and activity of the gonads (ovaries or testes).
    • The gonadotrophic effect of the hormone was observed in the lab mice.
    • Gonadotrophic activity is essential for normal reproductive development.
    • Doctors studied the gonadotrophic properties of the new drug.
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