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Somatotropin (Growth Hormone) is secreted by the somatotroph cells within theanterior pituitary gland.
Some of GH's characteristics are:
- It is the most abundant pituitary hormone (10-15%)
- It is a small protein (21 kd and 91 amino acids)
- Structurally resembles prolactin - which suggests some functional overlap. So it has some of the activity of prolactin in addition to stimulating lactation; in addition, it also stimulates some level of growth of the epithelial cells and breast tissue.
- Half life (t1/2) = 20-25 min; the half life is increased when bound to plasma proteins for transport.
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What is the other name for somatotropin?
The other name for somatotropin is growth hormone (GH). It is produced by the pituitary gland and plays a vital role in growth, cell repair, and metabolism.
Somatotropin produces what?
anterior pituitary gland
What gland in males secretes glucose?
seminal gland secretes glucose to nourish the spermatozoa
Which gland secretes the fight-or-flight hormones?
The adrenal gland secretes the fight-or-flight hormones.
Who secretes adrenailin?
The adrenalin gland secretes that hormone.
Does the pituitary gland make insulin?
No, the pituitary gland does not produce insulin. Insulin is produced by the beta cells in the pancreas. The pituitary gland instead produces hormones that regulate many functions in the body, such as growth, metabolism, and stress response.
What gland produces or releases GH?
Pituitary gland.
Is Epinephrine the most significant hormone released by the pineal gland?
No, the pineal gland secretes melatonin. The adrenal gland secretes epinephrine.
What endocrine gland is located near the base of the cerebrum which secretes melatonin?
The pineal gland (or, epiphysis) synthesizes and secretes melatonin.
What gland secretes the hormone melatonin?
pineal gland
What gland secretes Parathyroid hormone?
thyroid gland
What gland has no duct and secretes its product directly into the blood?
The gland that has no duct and secretes its product directly into the blood is the endocrine gland. Examples of endocrine glands include the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, and adrenal gland.
