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Q. Growth hormone is also called

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STH (somatotropic hormone) is also known as GH (Growth hormone). It is produced by the anterior lobe of the pituitary. It is a peptide hormone.
The word 'Soma' means body and 'trophe' means nourishment. It regulates body growth by promoting protein anabolism, intestinal absorption of calcium, glucose storage etc.