TRH wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human TRH wild-type allele is located within 3q13.3-q21 and is approximately 3 kb in length. This allele, which encodes pro-thyrotropin-releasing hormone protein, plays a role in the regulation of both thyroid function and neurotransmission. Decreased expression of this gene can result in hypothyroidism.

**Synonyms:** - Pro-TRH Gene - TRH - Thyrotropin Releasing Hormone wt Allele - Thyrotropin-Releasing Hormone Gene