growth Flashcards
1
Q
What affects growth in infancy
A
Thyroid hormone
insulin
nutrient intake
2
Q
When does GH start to be released in higher amounts
A
At about 10 months
3
Q
What are main growth drivers during puberty
A
GH
IGF-1
Sex hormones
4
Q
Difference in in IGF-1 and IGF-2
A
IGF-1 more impact later on
IGF-2 important for inter uterine growth
5
Q
What does GH need to function
A
TH and Insulin
