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Which of the following hormones is a polypeptide?

A

LH

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B

Thyroxine

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C

Insulin

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Both B and C

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Solution

The correct option is C Insulin
Polypeptide hormones are hormones made up of amino acids that are secreted by the endocrine system and distributed to end organs through the circulating blood. Endocrine organs that secrete peptide hormones include the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenals, ovaries, endocrine pancreas, and adipose tissues.

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