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

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

These polypeptide hormones correlate directly with Sertoli cell function and sperm number; inhibin B can be used as a marker of spermatogenic activity.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

The menopausal decrease in inhibin leads to an increase in 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