ACTHmediated
ACTHmediated refers to processes or conditions influenced or caused by adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH is a crucial hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland, a small gland located at the base of the brain. Its primary role is to stimulate the adrenal glands, located on top of the kidneys, to produce and release steroid hormones, most notably cortisol.
Cortisol plays a vital role in numerous bodily functions, including regulating metabolism, responding to stress, suppressing
Examples of ACTHmediated conditions include Cushing's disease, which is characterized by excessive ACTH production leading to