The overeating noted in Prader-Willi syndrome is most likely to reflect
A) the inhibition of growth hormone.
B) chronically elevated levels of plasma ghrelin.
C) release of glucagon and insulin from the pancreas.
D) inhibition of gastric emptying.
E) chronically elevated levels of plasma cholecystokinin.

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Chronically elevated levels of plasma ghrelin, a hormone that stimulates appetite, have been observed in individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome. This contributes to the overeating commonly observed in this population.

The Overeating Noted in Prader-Willi Syndrome Is Most Likely to Reflect