In _______, a Gland Increases Its Output to Abnormally High

Question

In _______, a gland increases its output to abnormally high levels, overstimulating target cells.
A) hyposecretion
B) exosecretion
C) hypersecretion
D) neurosecretion

Accepted Answer

Hypersecretion is the condition where a gland produces an excessive amount of hormones, leading to overstimulation of target cells. This can cause various health problems depending on the gland involved, such as hyperthyroidism, hyperadrenalism, and hyperparathyroidism.