Which One of the Following Statements Concerning Cortisol Is Incorrect

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements concerning cortisol is incorrect?

• A) Cushing syndrome is the syndrome of hypercortisolism.
• B) A cortisol-secreting tumor can lead to Cushing disease.
• C) Plasma cortisol levels show a diurnal variation,with the highest level present in the morning and the lowest level in the late afternoon.
• D) Hypocortisolism due to primary adrenal disease is referred to as Addison disease.

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