A Comparative Update on the Neuroendocrine Regulation of Growth Hormone in Vertebrates

Growth hormone (GH), mainly produced from the pituitary somatotrophs is a key endocrine regulator of somatic growth. GH, a pleiotropic hormone, is also involved in regulating vital processes, including nutrition, reproduction, physical activity, neuroprotection, immunity, and osmotic pressure in ver...

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Main Authors: Emilio J. Vélez, Suraj Unniappan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-02-01
Series:Frontiers in Endocrinology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2020.614981/full