What is Graves disease a result of?
a. Increased levels of circulating immunoglobulins
b. The infiltration of the thyroid with T lymphocytes
c. Autoantibodies binding to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)-receptor sites
d. Exposure to acetylates in substances such as rubber
Ans: c. Autoantibodies binding to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)-receptor sites
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1. 75 mL 2. 150 mL 3. 225 mL 4. 300 mL
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