Which one of the following glands produces the Growth Hormone (Somatotropin) ?

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Q: 81 (CDS-I/2008)
Which one of the following glands produces the Growth Hormone (Somatotropin) ?

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Science

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CDS-I

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{'growth hormone': [0, 0, 3, 1], 'glands': [0, 0, 1, 1], 'somatotropin': [0, 0, 7, 0], 'adrenal': [5, 0, 4, 1], 'thyroid': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'pituitary': [9, 0, 5, 2], 'pancreas': [1, 0, 0, 0]}

Option 1: Adrenal gland - The adrenal gland is responsible for producing hormones such as cortisol and epinephrine, which are involved in regulating stress and metabolism. It does not produce Growth Hormone (Somatotropin).

Option 2: Pancreas - The pancreas is primarily responsible for producing insulin and glucagon, which are involved in regulating blood sugar levels. It does not produce Growth Hormone (Somatotropin).

Option 3: Pituitary gland - The pituitary gland is known as the "master gland" because it produces and releases several important hormones, including the Growth Hormone (Somatotropin). Therefore, option 3 is the correct answer.

Option 4: Thyroid gland - The thyroid gland produces hormones such as thyroxine, which regulate metabolism and growth. However, it does not produce Growth Hormone (Somatotropin).

In conclusion, the correct gland that produces Growth Hormone (Somatotropin) is the pituitary gland, making option 3 the correct answer.