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Name and explain the function of the hormone secreted by the pituitary gland in humans.

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Growth hormone is secreted by the pituitary gland. This hormone regulates growth and development of the body. If there is a deficiency of this hormone in childhood, it leads to dwarfism and excess of this hormone leads to gigantism.


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