The process whereby repeated exposure to a hormone can cause a decrease in the number of receptors for that hormone is called
A)Competition
B)Inhibition
C)Down regulation
D)Antagonism
E)Saturation

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Down regulation is the process whereby repeated exposure to a hormone can cause a decrease in the number of receptors for that hormone. This is a form of negative feedback where the body reduces the sensitivity to a hormone when it is in excess or has been present for a prolonged duration. This can occur due to various mechanisms such as receptor internalization, degradation, or decreased synthesis.

The Process Whereby Repeated Exposure to a Hormone Can Cause