Which of the following is a feature of bovine growth hormone use in the United States?
a. It decreases udder infections in cows.
b. It cannot be detected in meat or milk of cows receiving it.
c. If consumed from foods, it is denatured by enzymes in the GI tract.
d. If consumed from foods, it could potentially stimulate receptors for human growth hormone.
e. Testing of BGH has indicated that its risks to human health are, at most, minor.
ANS: C
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