trophic hormones

A form of trophic hormone — A hormone that acts upon non-endocrine organs and tissues for the purposes of promoting cellular growth, differentiation, and survival. Often confused with tropic hormones.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of trophic hormone
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