Growth hormone

Pronunciation

Definition 1

A protein made by the pituitary gland that helps control body growth and the use of glucose and fat in the body. Also called somatotropin. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

A peptide hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland and regulates several physiologic processes, including growth and metabolism. (NCI Thesaurus)

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