Which statement concerning growth hormone is correct?

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Growth hormone indirectly affects bone growth by promoting the release of somatomedins (also known as insulin-like growth factor 1) from the liver. These somatomedins then stimulate bone growth.

Note: Option A is incorrect as growth hormone indirectly affects bone growth via somatomedin release. Option C is incorrect as the epiphyseal plate closure is promoted by sex hormones, not growth hormone. Option D is incorrect as growth hormone promotes high blood glucose levels.

Which Statement Concerning Growth Hormone Is Correct