Definition

A type of peptide made in the liver that helps promote growth in bones and cartilage when stimulated by growth hormone.

Example

Somatomedin plays a crucial role in the growth process by affecting cartilage cells.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of somatomedin?

No, what is that?

It's a peptide that helps with growth, especially in cartilage.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know peptides could do that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Somatomedin is formed from "soma" (from Greek "σῶμα", meaning body) and "medin" (derived from Latin "medius", meaning middle or intermediate). The term refers to a group of proteins that mediate the effects of growth hormone on body tissues, thus linking the body to growth processes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'soma' meaning body, and 'medin' suggesting something in the middle — somatomedin connects the body's growth processes.

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