Hypersecretion of Somatotropin from the Adenohypophysis During Childhood, Leading to Excessive

question 208

Multiple Choice

Hypersecretion of somatotropin from the adenohypophysis during childhood, leading to excessive growth, is:

• A) GHD.
• B) gigantism.
• C) diabetes insipidus.
• D) Simmonds disease.

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