Generalized thyrotropin-releasing hormone resistance is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutations of the TRH receptor gene. It is characterized by an absense of TSH and prolactin response after TRH administration.
Central hypothyroidism | ||||
Central hypothyroidism and testicular enlargement | ||||
Generalized thyrotropin-releasing hormone resistance | ||||
TRHR | ||||
Thyrotropin-releasing hormone deficiency | ||||
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