A Cretin Is A(n)

question 37

Multiple Choice

A cretin is a(n) :

• A)hormone secreted from the thymus gland.
• B)tumor found on the adrenal gland.
• C)condition of increased insulin secretion.
• D)congenital heart defect.
• E)child suffering from severe hypothyroidism.

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Definitions:

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