Besides Hyposecretion and Hypersecretion, Endocrine System Dysfunction Can Result From

question 31

Multiple Choice

Besides hyposecretion and hypersecretion, endocrine system dysfunction can result from:

• A) abnormal receptor activity.
• B) abnormal hormone levels.
• C) increased synthesis of second messengers.
• D) extracellular electrolyte alterations.

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