Growth hormone (GH, HGH, somatotropin) The site of production is the anterior pituitary gland. It is a peptide hormone that is essential for For physical development in children, and in adults — To maintain normal body structure and metabolismIt acts directly on the tissues and also stimulates Insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) The formation of which is considered the main mediator of growth processes
Growth hormone
It is synthesized by the pituitary gland, a very important gland located in the brain, and is one of the essential hormones that participates in the growth and development of children. In adults, it affects metabolism, concentration, and other functions.
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