Which Hormone Is a Derivative of Tryptophan and Is Synthesized

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which hormone is a derivative of tryptophan and is synthesized by pinealocytes?

• A) oxytocin
• B) somatostatin
• C) inhibin
• D) melatonin
• E) progestin

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