Which statement best describes the manner in which growth hormone stimulates cell proliferation?
A)It directly stimulates cell division in most tissues.
B)It stimulates the release of insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-1)from the liver.
C)It stimulates metabolism.
D)It stimulates the release of eicosanoids from lymphoid tissues.
E)It stimulates sleep.

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Growth hormone stimulates the liver to release insulin-like growth factor I (IGF-1), which in turn promotes cell proliferation and growth. It does not directly stimulate cell division in most tissues, stimulate metabolism, or stimulate the release of eicosanoids from lymphoid tissues. It may indirectly contribute to better sleep quality, but it is not a direct mechanism of growth hormone action.

Which Statement Best Describes the Manner in Which Growth Hormone