Hypersecretion of which of the following hormones causes increased metabolic rate, sensitivity to heat, weight loss, and exophthalmos?
A. Cortisol
B. Estrogen
C. GH (growth hormone)
D. Thyroid hormone
E. PTH (parathyroid hormone)
Answer: D
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This cell is responsible for tissue graft rejection.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).