Individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome may have some defect in their ___ system.
A)vagus nerve
B)ghrelin
C)cholecystokinin
D)none of the above

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Ghrelin is a hormone responsible for regulating appetite, and individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome have been found to have elevated levels of ghrelin. This suggests that there may be some defect in their ghrelin system, causing them to feel constant hunger and overeat. The vagus nerve and cholecystokinin have not been specifically linked to Prader-Willi syndrome.

Individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome May Have Some Defect in Their