Which of the following statements is not true about growth hormone? growth hormone can be administered as a medical treatment for stature the quantity of growth hormone is greatest during childhood and adolescence. too little growth hormone results in dwarfism. growth hormone is produced by the posterior pituitary. too much growth hormone results in gigantism.

The false statement is: Growth hormone is produced by the posterior pituitary

Growth hormone (GH) or somatotropin is produced in the cells called somatotrophs of the anterior pituitary gland. GH is a peptide hormone that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration. Its function is involved in metabolic processes (favors anabolism or synthesis of macromolecules). Also, growth hormone stimulates production of IGF-1 and increases the levels of glucose and free fatty acids.

Growth hormone is produced by the posterior pituitary

Explanation:

It's produced in the anterior

it would lead to upper respiratory infections and pneumonia.

i thinking chemical change