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somatotrophin::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | growth hormone, human growth hormone, somatotrophic hormone, somatotropic hormone, somatotropin, sth |
| Type of | endocrine, hormone, internal secretion |
| Has types | protropin |
Examples of somatotrophin
somatotrophin
Somatotrophin is a natural hormone but extra doses are given to cows to increase milk yields.
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Somatotrophin is normally produced by genetically modified bacteria in fermenters, a complicated and costly process.
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The European Commission wants more research into the harmful effects of the genetically engineered hormone bovine somatotrophin before national governments license the drug in Europe.
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Bovine somatotrophin, the hormone made by Monsanto to boost milk production in cows, is too harmful to be licensed in Europe, say veterinary scientists advising the European Union.
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