5 Questions
What is another name for Growth Hormone (GH)?
Somatotropin
Which cells in the anterior pituitary synthesize and secrete Growth Hormone (GH)?
Somatrophs
What is the main source of plasma Insulin-like Growth Factor-I (IGF-I)?
Liver and kidneys
In which organ does Growth Hormone (GH) stimulate the breakdown of triglycerides?
Fat cells (adipocytes)
Which type of effect results from growth hormone binding its receptor on target cells?
Direct effects
Test your knowledge of the synthesis, secretion, and physiological effects of growth hormone (GH), also known as somatotropin. Explore the role of GH in affecting various tissues throughout the body and its distinct actions compared to other pituitary hormones.
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