There is a rare genetic defect in which a person has reduced _____ levels in his or her body, leading to obesity.
A)GLP-1
B)blood sugar
C)leptin
D)NPY

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Leptin is a hormone released by fat cells that plays a role in regulating appetite and metabolism. It signals to the brain when the body has had enough to eat and helps to suppress appetite. Individuals with a rare genetic defect that reduces their leptin levels are unable to regulate their appetite normally and often develop severe obesity.

There Is a Rare Genetic Defect in Which a Person