👉 Gonadotrophin, also known as gonadotropin, is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland in the brain. It plays a crucial role in regulating various aspects of endocrine function and development, including growth, development, and reproduction. The term "gonadotrophic" refers to the fact that gonadotrophin acts directly or indirectly on other hormones produced by the hypothalamus (the pituitary gland) to regulate the body's hormonal