Pituitary hormones are primarily composed of which substance, leading to an increased risk of allergic reactions?
a. Proteins
b. Fatty acids
c. Glucose
d. Fructose or sucrose
ANS: A
All pituitary hormones are proteins (with the exception of dopamine), which leads to an increased risk of allergic reactions.
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