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javeds

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Parathyroid hormone is important for regulating blood levels of sodium.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which of the following statements regarding pheochromocytoma is NOT true?
 
  a. It is usually a benign tumor.
  b. Headache and anxiety are symptoms.
  c. Epinephrine is secreted in excessive amounts.
  d. A tumor grows in the adrenal cortex.
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juiceman1987

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Parathyroid hormone is important for regulating blood levels of calcium, not sodium.

Answer to Question 2

d
Explanation:
a. It is usually a benign tumor: a true statement
b. Headache and anxiety are symptoms: a true statement
c. Epinephrine is secreted in excessive amounts: a true statement
d. A tumor grows in the adrenal cortex: correct


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