Which disorder is characterized by excess cortisol or corticosteroid levels in the blood that result from hypersecretion of ACTH from the pituitary gland?

A. Myxedema
B. Hashimoto's disease
C. Cushing's syndrome
D. Graves' disease


Answer: C

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