1. a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the breakdown of fat
Usage: medical; biochemistry

Examples

• The researcher studied how lipotropin affects fat metabolism in laboratory mice.
• Lipotropin is released by the anterior pituitary gland during periods of stress.
• Scientists discovered that lipotropin plays a role in regulating body weight.
• The medical student learned about lipotropin’s function in endocrinology class.
• Lipotropin levels can be measured through specialized blood tests.
• The hormone lipotropin helps mobilize stored fat for energy production.