A 45-year-old man has experienced a thickening of the bones of his wrist and face. Laboratory testing has revealed an increased production of one hormone that could be caused by a tumor. Where is the most likely location of the tumor?

A) posterior pituitary
B) pancreas
C) anterior pituitary
D) thyroid


C

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