Rh — synonyms, definition

1. Rh (Noun)

Rh factor atomic number 45 hypothalamic releasing factor hypothalamic releasing hormone releasing factor releasing hormone rhesus factor rhodium

Rh (Noun) — Any of several hormones produced in the hypothalamus and carried by a vein to the anterior pituitary gland where they stimulate the release of anterior pituitary hormones; each of these hormones causes the anterior pituitary to secrete a specific hormone.

Rh (Noun) — A white hard metallic element that is one of the platinum group and is found in platinum ores; used in alloys with platinum.

Rh (Noun) — A blood group antigen possessed by Rh-positive people; if an Rh-negative person receives a blood transfusion from an Rh-positive person it can result in hemolysis and anaemia.

antigen endocrine hormone internal secretion metal metallic element