An adult is diagnosed with an increased low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level. What hormone level may be low based on this diagnosis?
A) Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
B) Oxytocin
C) Growth hormone
D) Somatostatin
C
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In adults, deficient growth hormone can cause increased fat, reduced skeletal and heart muscle mass, reduced strength, reduced ability to exercise, and worsened cholesterol levels (increased low-density lipoprotein cholesterol). Adrenocorticotropic hormone, oxytocin, and somatostatin do not affect low-density lipoprotein.
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