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A doctor is diagnosing a patient with gigantism. Which of the following sources would be the least helpful in making that diagnosis?

growth chart
medical book
patient’s family history
patient's diet

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Answer: D. patient's diet

Explanation: Gigantism is a condition characterized by excessive growth and height due to an overproduction of growth hormone during childhood. To diagnose gigantism, a doctor would typically rely on several sources of information however a patient's diet is not one of them.

While a healthy diet is important for overall growth and development, it would be the least helpful source in diagnosing gigantism. Gigantism is primarily caused by a hormonal imbalance, specifically an overproduction of growth hormone, rather than dietary factors.

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