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Jared Joiner Is a 56-Year-Old African American Insurance Agent

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Jared Joiner is a 56-year-old African American insurance agent. He is single, eats most meals at restaurants, and leads a sedentary lifestyle. He is 5'9" tall and weighs 204 pounds. Mr. Joiner has been feeling particularly fatigued lately and decided to make an appointment with his physician for a check-up. The results of his laboratory tests include a fasting blood glucose level of 121 mg/dL.
How many of his risk factors for type 2 diabetes can Mr. Joiner control?

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Feedback Mechanisms

Biological processes that regulate physiological functions through a system of checks and balances, including positive and negative feedback loops.

Hormone Present

Refers to the existence or concentration of hormones in the body, which are chemical messengers that regulate physiological activities.

Atrophy

The decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue, often due to disease, injury, or lack of use.

Posterior Pituitary

The back part of the pituitary gland that releases hormones, such as oxytocin and vasopressin, directly into the bloodstream.