Somatomedin mediates________________?
Correct answer: D. Deposition of chondroitin sulfate
- A. Decreased rate of glucose uptake by cells
- B. Lipolysis
- C. Gluconeogenesis
- D. Deposition of chondroitin sulfate
Explanation
Somatomedin, mainly IGF-1, mediates growth hormone effects on cartilage by promoting matrix formation, including deposition of chondroitin sulfate. Lipolysis and gluconeogenesis are not its primary growth-mediating actions.
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