Which One of the Following Statements Concerning Androstenedione Is Incorrect $\beta$

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements concerning androstenedione is incorrect?

• A) In adrenal carcinoma,cortisol is greatly elevated,but androstenedione is greatly decreased.
• B) The precursor molecule in the formation of androstenedione is dihydroepiandrostenedione (DHEA).
• C) Androstenedione metabolites are measured as 17-ketosteroids.
• D) 11\(\beta\)-Hydroxylase deficiency leads to elevated plasma androstenedione.

---

Definitions:

Bona Fide Occupational Qualification

An employment qualification that is reasonably necessary for the normal operation of a particular business or enterprise, and can justify discrimination based on characteristics like religion, nationality, or gender in certain circumstances.

Discriminate

To treat someone or something differently or unjustly, often based on characteristics like race, age, gender, etc., rather than individual merit.

Hiring

The action of starting a legal relationship between an employer and employee where the employee performs work under certain conditions in exchange for remuneration.

Union Membership

The state or condition of being a member of a labor union, which represents workers in specific industries or professions in negotiations over wages, benefits, and working conditions.