FILGRASTIM, G-CSF (fil GRA stim) is a granulocyte colony-stimulating factor that stimulates the growth of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell (WBC) important in the body's fight against infection.
The hypothalamus, a part of the brain, is responsible for many hormones. Understanding these brainy hormones will help you take control of your body and your health. The hypothalamus produces hormones that control the production of hormones in the pituitary gland.
The thyroid gland is controlled by the hypothalamus in the brain, and the pituitary gland that is located at the base of the brain. The hypothalamus releases thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH), which induces the pituitary gland to secrete thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH).