One endocrine change commonly seen in older adults is:
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Correct answer: Reduced thyroid output, sometimes causing subclinical hypothyroidism
Endocrine aging includes reduced thyroid function, increased insulin resistance, and changes in growth hormone/IGF-1 axis, contributing to metabolic changes.
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