Structure and Function of the Gonadotropin Free α Molecule of Pregnancy

作者: Diana L. Blithe

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4613-8386-4_14

关键词: Human chorionic gonadotropinStructure and functionGonadotropinHormoneAmniotic fluidDecidual cellsInternal medicinePregnancyEndocrinologyChemistrySingle gene

摘要: There appears to be only a single gene for the gonadotropin α-subunit in humans (1, 2), but α polypeptide may combine noncovalently with any of several β-subunits form one heterodimeric hormones, LH, FSH, TSH or hCG. Less commonly appreciated is notion that substantial quantities are secreted uncombined “free α” forms.

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