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QuestionChoice
This answer is incorrect. This patient presents with features of Cushing's syndrome which is caused by excess levels of cortisol. Excess T4 levels are seen in hyperthyroidism which causes features such as weight loss, irritability and palpitations.
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c
T4
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This answer is correct. This patient presents with features of Cushing's syndrome, which is caused by excess circulating cortisol.
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a
Cortisol
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This answer is incorrect. This patient presents with features of Cushing's syndrome which is caused by excess levels of cortisol. Excess circulating growth hormone causes acromegaly.
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b
Growth hormone
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This answer is incorrect. This patient presents with features of Cushing's syndrome which is caused by excess levels of cortisol. High insulin levels occur in type 2 diabetes where there is insulin resistance.
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e
Insulin
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This answer is incorrect. This patient presents with features of Cushing's syndrome which is caused by excess levels of cortisol. Excess adrenaline can cause symptoms such as palpitations, hypertension and sweating.
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d
Adrenaline
Concept
Chapter
2693
3764
Cushing's syndrome
Topic
133
Endocrinology
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A 55-year-old man presents to the GP with abdominal weight gain and stretch marks on his stomach. He also reports that his face is becoming increasingly more round in shape.

Which of the following circulating hormones is most likely to be raised?
a