Biological effects of growth hormone

GH primarily displays an anabolic activity. It partially stimulates the growth of bone, muscle and cartilage cells directly. Binding of GH to its hepatic receptor results in the synthesis and release of 

Increased body growth (particularly bone and skeletal muscle) 

Stimulation of protein synthesis in many tissues Mobilization of depot lipids from adipose tissue (lipolytic effect) 

Elevation of blood glucose levels (anti-insulin effect) 

Increased kidney size and enhanced renal function 

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Vijayakumar, A., R. Novosyadlyy, Y. Wu, S. Yakar, and D. LeRoith, 2010. Biological effects of growth hormone on carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. Growth Horm IGF Res. 20, 1-7. 

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