Graves disease is an autoimmune disease in which the thyroid is diffusely enlarged (goiter) and overactive, producing an excessive amount of thyroid hormones.It is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) in the United States.What is the primary target of circulating autoantibodies in this disease?
A) Insulin receptors
B) Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) receptors
C) Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) receptors
D) Cortisol receptors
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