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geoffrey

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Hypersecretion of growth hormone in an adult results in which disorder?
 
  A) cretinism
  B) giantism
  C) myxedema
  D) acromegaly

Question 2

The correct abbreviation for tuberculosis is ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


xthemafja

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

D
Explanation: The prefix hyper- means excessive, abnormally high, or above. When growth hormone levels are increased, the individual develops enlargement (-megaly) of the bones, including the extremities (acr/o).

Answer to Question 2

TB


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