Chapter·PhysiologyEndocrinology

Growth Hormone and Growth FactorsDownloads

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1

A patient presents with large sweaty hands, macroglossia, and frontal bossing. What is the best test for confirmation of the diagnosis?

AGHRH levels

BIGF-1

CIGF-2

DGH levels after glucose suppression

ERandom GH level

2

Which of the following actions of GH is mediated by IGF-1?

ANa+ retention

Bdecreases insulin

CAntilipolysis

DLipolysis

3

What is the initial treatment for most patients with growth hormone-secreting pituitary adenoma?

ATransphenoidal surgical resection

BSomatostatin analogs

CDopamine agonists

DGH receptor antagonists

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