Which of the Following Is the Most Likely Effect of a Drug

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most likely effect of a drug that increases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) synthesis?

• A) increased release of glucocorticoids
• B) increased release of prolactin
• C) decreased release of cortisol
• D) decreased release of calcitonin

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