Somatropin Is Administered by Daily Subcutaneous Injections to Stimulate Skeletal

question 8

Multiple Choice

Somatropin is administered by daily subcutaneous injections to stimulate skeletal and cellular growth.What is a major reason why some individuals fail to respond to treatment?

• A) The development of somatropin antibodies by the individual taking the somatropin
• B) Use of somatropin extracted from the pituitary glands of human cadavers
• C) Lack of rotation of injection sites
• D) Use of different brands during a treatment regimen

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