growth hormone
English
Noun
growth hormone (plural growth hormones) (abbreviated as: GH)
- Any polypeptide hormone, secreted by the pituitary gland, that promotes growth and regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.
- A synthetic substance that produces similar effects in the body.
Translations
hormone
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synthetic substance
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