Acromegaly is caused due to oversecretion of____________?
Correct answer: A. STH
- A. STH
- B. TSH
- C. ACTH
- D. Thyroxin
Explanation
Acromegaly results from excess secretion of somatotropic hormone, also called growth hormone or STH, after the growth plates have closed. Students may choose thyroxin because it affects body growth and metabolism, but excess thyroxin causes hyperthyroid symptoms rather than acromegaly.
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