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)
HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE
Meaning of HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE in English
AIDS English Glossary. Английский словарь СПИДа. 2012