AP BIOLOGY

THE HUMAN IMMUNE SYSTEM

AIDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is not a benefit of using Human Growth Hormone?
A
Increased muscle mass and strength
B
Increased O2 carrying capacity and aerobic capacity
C
Increased fat metabolism
D
Increased speed of recovery
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -One review found that while the hormone increases muscle mass, it may not improve strength and can worsen exercise capacity . Health complications from abuse can also disrupt athletic performance.

Detailed explanation-2: -It’s important for growth, cell regeneration, and cell reproduction. HGH helps to maintain, build, and repair healthy tissue in the brain and other organs. This hormone can help to speed up healing after an injury and repair muscle tissue after exercise. This helps to build muscle mass, boost metabolism, and burn fat.

Detailed explanation-3: -When you have too much growth hormone, your bones increase in size. In childhood, this leads to increased height and is called gigantism. But in adulthood, a change in height doesn’t occur. Instead, the increase in bone size is limited to the bones of your hands, feet and face, and is called acromegaly.

Detailed explanation-4: -Growth hormone promotes physical development in childhood and aids in the maintenance of tissues and organs throughout life. It is produced by the pituitary gland, which is a pea-sized organ located at the base of the brain.

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