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Common Diseases and Disorders of the Endocrine System

Question 17 • Anatomy & Physiology B

Cushing’s disease is caused by an excess amount of this hormone. cortisolinsuliniodine

Answer
A
cortisol
B
insulin
C
iodine

Explanation

Cushing’s disease is caused by excess cortisol, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. Insulin regulates blood sugar, and iodine is a mineral needed to make thyroid hormones, so neither is the cause described.

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