Gonadotropins are hormones responsible for stimulating cell activity in the ovaries and testes. They play a vital role in fertility. The primary gonadotropins include follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which are secreted by the pituitary gland. Additionally, human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG), produced by the placenta during pregnancy, is another important gonadotropin.
Some gonadotropins are utilized as medications for treating infertility.