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Which of These Correctly Describes a Systemic Response to Infection

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Which of these correctly describes a systemic response to infection?


A) Appetite generally increases compared to normal.
B) The body's set point temperature is reset so that body temperature is maintained lower than normal.
C) The liver retains iron and zinc so plasma levels are decreased from normal.
D) There is reduced breakdown of triglycerides in adiopse tissue and a decrease in plasma free fatty acids compared to normal.
E) Secretion of cortisol by the adrenal cortex is decreased.

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