Leptin administration may be helpful for treating a number of conditions. Given its actions, choose the appropriate clinical application for leptin.
A. Administering leptin should increase hunger in those with eating disorders, leading to greater food intake.
B. Administering leptin will signal the hypothalamus to decrease metabolic rate, thereby allowing a thin individual to regain lost weight.
C. Administering leptin will in turn increase ghrelin secretion in those who are leptin deficient.
D. Administering leptin may help to restore menstrual cycles in women with insufficient adipose tissue.
Answer: D
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