Vol. 41 (1) 2020 Neuroendocrinol Lett

Are physical and mental abilities of older people related to gonadotropins and steroid hormones levels?

BACKGROUND: Aging is characterized by deep alterations of hormone secretion. In majority, hormone secretion, except gonadotropins, undergoes a pronounced decrease which is thought to contribute to the progression of aging. The recent data indicate that gonadotropin excess may also by itself influence the aging process. The aim o.....