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Gigantism and acromegaly are two defects produced due to improper functioning of

A

Thyroid

B

Pituitary

C

Thyroid and pituitary

D

Thyroid, pituitary and thymus.

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Gigantism and acromegaly are two defects produced due to improper functioning of pituitary.
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