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Endogenous GH

Meaning

Endogenous GH, or Endogenous Growth Hormone, refers specifically to the somatotropin peptide hormone naturally synthesized and secreted by the somatotroph cells within the anterior pituitary gland of the human body. This crucial hormone is distinct from any externally administered or synthetic forms. Its pulsatile secretion profile throughout the day and night is vital for regulating linear growth in childhood, maintaining bone density, influencing body composition, and supporting metabolic functions in adulthood. Clinical evaluation of endogenous GH status is essential for diagnosing growth hormone deficiency or excess.