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Which of the following is the growth gland in human body?
Which of the following is the growth gland in human body?
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The correct option is C Pituitary
GH is the growth hormone, secreted by the anterior pituitary, which targets soft tissues and bones and serves to stimulate cell division, protein synthesis and bone growth. Thus, the pituitary gland is also known as growth gland. Adrenal gland secretes glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, sex hormones (by adrenal cortex) and epinephrine and norepinephrine (by adrenal medulla). Adrenal hormones regulate the long term and short term responses to stress. Thyroxine and triiodothyronine are thyroid hormones which target all tissues and stimulate metabolic rate. Cowper’s gland is accessory gland of the male reproductive system and serves to secrete the mucus-like fluid that lubricates end of the penis during sexual intercourse. Thus, the correct answer is option C.
GH is the growth hormone, secreted by the anterior pituitary, which targets soft tissues and bones and serves to stimulate cell division, protein synthesis and bone growth. Thus, the pituitary gland is also known as growth gland. Adrenal gland secretes glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, sex hormones (by adrenal cortex) and epinephrine and norepinephrine (by adrenal medulla). Adrenal hormones regulate the long term and short term responses to stress. Thyroxine and triiodothyronine are thyroid hormones which target all tissues and stimulate metabolic rate. Cowper’s gland is accessory gland of the male reproductive system and serves to secrete the mucus-like fluid that lubricates end of the penis during sexual intercourse. Thus, the correct answer is option C.
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