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Anonymous sara5656
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A year ago
Acromegaly is caused by hypersecretion of human growth hormone (hGH). Acromegaly is typically diagnosed in adults between the ages of 20–40.

Which of the following is a physiological consequence that is NOT a result of hypersecretion of hGH in adulthood?

a.
Elongation of the long bones

b.
Widening of the long bones

c.
Enlargement of the heart, liver, and spleen

d.
Thickening of the jaw





Acromegaly and gigantism are both caused by hypersecretion of

a.
ADH

b.
PTH

c.
hGH

d.
thyroxine







Growth hormone therapy has been widely used to help people with dwarfism and has helped certain individuals to become taller. Some recent studies have identified another hormone as beneficial when given in conjunction with growth hormone.

Which hormone would supplement or enhance the effects of hGH?

a.
calcitonin

b.
parathyroid

c.
inhibin

d.
cortisol







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