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Growth Hormone Family Peptides

Comprehensive guide to growth hormone family peptides including GH, prolactin, and placental lactogen. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biolog...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Overview

Growth Hormone Family Peptides regulate linear growth, metabolism, and lactation.

Key Members

  • Growth Hormone (GH): Stimulates linear growth and metabolism
  • Prolactin: Regulates lactation and reproduction
  • Placental Lactogen: Supports pregnancy metabolism

Clinical Significance

GH deficiency and excess conditions including acromegaly and dwarfism are well-characterized.

References

  • Source: ENCP Peptide Database
  • Category: Peptide Families

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameGrowth Hormone Family Peptides
CategoryPeptide Families

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