Following diagnosis with pancreatic cancer,Neil had a large portion of his pancreas removed.Which of the following hormones will now be found in lower amounts?

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The pancreas is an important endocrine gland that secretes insulin, a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels. Removal of a large portion of the pancreas would reduce the amount of insulin produced by the body. Therefore, choice E, insulin, is the best answer. The other hormones listed are not produced by the pancreas, and would not be affected by its removal. Vasopressin is produced by the pituitary gland, thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland, CCK by the small intestine, and oxytocin by the pituitary gland.

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