Growth hormone does all of the following, except that it A) is glucose sparing. B) promotes amino acid uptake by cells. C) causes fat accumulation within adipocytes. D) promotes muscle growth. E) promotes bone growth.

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Growth hormone does not cause fat accumulation within adipocytes; instead, it promotes the breakdown of fats (lipolysis) for energy, which is why it is considered glucose sparing.

Growth Hormone Does All of the Following, except That It