Kisspeptin is providing new insights into the control of reproduction

Clin Med (Lond). 2013 Dec;13(6):547-8. doi: 10.7861/clinmedicine.13-6-547.

Abstract

The kisspeptins are a group of recently discovered peptide hormones (collectively termed kisspeptin), which play a pivotal role in reproduction. Research investigating the actions of kisspeptin is helping to elucidate the regulatory mechanisms which govern fertility and may lead to the development of novel treatments for some reproductive disorders.

Keywords: Kisspeptin; reproduction.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal System / physiology*
  • Kisspeptins / metabolism*
  • Reproduction / drug effects
  • Reproduction / physiology*

Substances

  • Kisspeptins