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Function of somatostatin is to...

Function of somatostatin is to

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Stimulates pituitary synthesis and release of gonadotropins

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Inhibits the release of gonadotropins from pituitary

C

Stimulates pituitary and promotes secretion of growth hormone

D

Inhibits the release of growth hormone from the pituitary

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