Which of the Following Is a Precursor of Both Adrenocortical

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a precursor of both adrenocortical and gonadal steroid hormones?

• A) corticosterone
• B) dihydroxycholecalciferol
• C) estradiol
• D) pregnenolone
• E) testosterone

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