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awywial

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on: Aug 10, 2018
The parent substance in the biosynthesis of androgens and estrogens is:
 
  A) Cortisol
  B) Catecholamines
  C) Progesterone
  D) Cholesterol

Question 2

As a screening test for Cushing's syndrome, the physician wishes to see whether a patient exhibits normal diurnal rhythm of his cortisol secretion.
 
  At what time should the specimens be drawn for plasma cortisol determination? (Assume a daytime work schedule for the patient.)
  A) 6 AM, noon
  B) 8 AM, 2 PM
  C) 8 AM, 8 PM
  D) Noon, 6 PM
  E) Noon, midnight


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shayla

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Reply #1 on: Aug 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


awywial

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Reply 2 on: Aug 10, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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