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Role of GnRH Neurons and Their Neuronal Afferents as Key Integrators between Food Intake Regulatory Signals and the Control of Reproduction
Author
Source
International Journal of Endocrinology
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-10, 10 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-09-11
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
10
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Reproductive function is regulated by a plethora of signals that integrate physiological and environmental information.
Among others, metabolic factors are key components of this circuit since they inform about the propitious timing for reproduction depending on energy availability.
This information is processed mainly at the hypothalamus that, in turn, modulates gonadotropin release from the pituitary and, thereby, gonadal activity.
Metabolic hormones, such as leptin, insulin, and ghrelin, act as indicators of the energy status and convey this information to the reproductive axis regulating its activity.
In this review, we will analyse the central mechanisms involved in the integration of this metabolic information and their contribution to the control of the reproductive function.
Particular attention will be paid to summarize the participation of GnRH, Kiss1, NPY, and POMC neurons in this process and their possible interactions to contribute to the metabolic control of reproduction.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Roa, Juan. 2013. Role of GnRH Neurons and Their Neuronal Afferents as Key Integrators between Food Intake Regulatory Signals and the Control of Reproduction. International Journal of Endocrinology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-10.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Roa, Juan. Role of GnRH Neurons and Their Neuronal Afferents as Key Integrators between Food Intake Regulatory Signals and the Control of Reproduction. International Journal of Endocrinology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-10.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-478040
American Medical Association (AMA)
Roa, Juan. Role of GnRH Neurons and Their Neuronal Afferents as Key Integrators between Food Intake Regulatory Signals and the Control of Reproduction. International Journal of Endocrinology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-10.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-478040
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-478040