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somatotropin
A protein hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland, which stimulates growth of muscle, bone and mammary development in young animals and increases milk production in lactating animals by making available nutrients for milk synthesis and secretion.
- Jenis Kata: noun
- Industri / Domain: Pertanian
- Kategori: Pertanian secara umum
- Company: USDA
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