Asked by christie xiong on May 06, 2024
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Oversecretion of thyroid hormone results in
A) Cushing syndrome.
B) Addison disease.
C) Graves disease.
D) a simple goiter.
E) acromegaly.
Thyroid Hormone
Hormones produced by the thyroid gland that regulate metabolism, energy generation, and overall growth and development.
Graves Disease
Disease associated with the over-production of T3 and T4 by the thyroid; caused by antibodies that interact with TSH receptors in the thyroid.
- Pinpoint the effects that result from imbalances and disorders of hormones.
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Hayden AlbrightMay 07, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes the overproduction of thyroid hormone, resulting in hyperthyroidism. Cushing syndrome is caused by overproduction of cortisol, Addison disease is caused by underproduction of cortisol and aldosterone, and a simple goiter is caused by iodine deficiency. Acromegaly is caused by overproduction of growth hormone.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the effects that result from imbalances and disorders of hormones.