After Menopause, the Primary Source of Circulating Estrogens Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

After menopause, the primary source of circulating estrogens is:

• A) ovarian biosynthesis.
• B) biosynthesis in the adrenal glands.
• C) aromatase-catalyzed biosynthesis in fat and muscle.
• D) biosynthesis in the endometrial glands.

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