ghrelin
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Noun — Ghrelin is a hormone released by the stomach when it is empty that increases appetite and triggers growth hormone release from the pituitary gland.
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Ghrelin is a specialist biochemistry and medical term.
Etymology
The name ghrelin blends growth hormone-releasing peptide with the chemical suffix -in, and was also shaped by an ancient root meaning to grow.
Full origin of ghrelin →Frequently asked questions
What does ghrelin do in the body?
Ghrelin is a hormone that increases appetite and triggers the release of growth hormone from the pituitary gland.
When is ghrelin released?
The stomach secretes ghrelin when it is empty, which is why levels tend to rise before eating.
Where does the name ghrelin come from?
It comes from combining growth hormone-releasing peptide with the suffix -in used for naming chemical compounds.
