Dwarfism is Sometimes Due to Inadequate Levels of a Hormone

Question

Dwarfism is sometimes due to inadequate levels of a hormone produced by which gland?
A) Adrenal cortex
B) Parathyroid
C) Anterior pituitary
D) Pancreas
E) Adrenal medulla

Accepted Answer

Dwarfism can result from inadequate levels of growth hormone, which is produced by the anterior pituitary gland.