What is Somatropin?
Somatropin, also known as human growth hormone (HGH), is a 191-amino acid, single-chain polypeptide hormone that is produced by the pituitary gland. Somatropin plays an important role in cell reproduction and regeneration, protein synthesis, and skeletal and tissue growth. Somatropin production peaks during puberty and helps promote growth of tissues and bones. When the body produces insufficient amounts of somatropin during childhood growth periods, it can lead to ... Read more
