RELEFACT TRH
\ɹɪlˈɛfakt tˌiːˌɑːɹˈe͡ɪt͡ʃ], \ɹɪlˈɛfakt tˌiːˌɑːɹˈeɪtʃ], \ɹ_ɪ_l_ˈɛ_f_a_k_t t_ˌiː__ˌɑː_ɹ_ˈeɪ_tʃ]\
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A tripeptide hormone that originates in the hypothalamus and stimulates the secretion of thyrotropin from the pituitary gland. In humans, it also acts as a prolactin-releasing factor. It is also a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system.
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].