Pituitary growth hormone has effects on protein metabolism similar to those of insulin,but its effects on carbohydrate and lipid metabolism are similar to those of elevated cortisol.

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Pituitary growth hormone promotes protein synthesis, similar to insulin, but it increases blood glucose levels and mobilizes fatty acids from fat tissue, which are effects similar to those of elevated cortisol.

Pituitary Growth Hormone Has Effects on Protein Metabolism Similar to Those