Neurohormone
Any hormoneproduced by neurosecretory cells, usually in the brain. Neurohormonal activity is distinguished from that of classical neurotransmittersas it can have effects on cells distant from the source of the hormone.
Neurohormones include:
| Name | Biological Effects | Human-scale Effects
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| GnRH | Gonadotropin releasing hormone
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| CRH | Corticotropin releasing hormone
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| TRH | Thyrotropin releasing hormone
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| Dopamine | Prolactin inhibiting hormone
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| Orexin(aka hypocretin) | | Stimulates appetite
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See also: Neuroendocrinology
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