HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE


Meaning of HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE in English

a peptide hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland. HGH enhances growth by stimulating metabolism and protein synthesis, and also stimulates the immune system. Recombinant human growth hormone (Serostim) is a genetically engineered drug used for the treatment of HIV-related wasting syndrome. Side effects include muscle pain, edema and carpal tunnel syndrome. (hgh, somatotropin, serostim)

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