Low energy availability is associated with a(an)

Multiple choice question.

parathyroid hormone deficiency.

progesterone deficiency.

estrogen deficiency.

cortisol deficiency.

1 answer

Low energy availability is most commonly associated with estrogen deficiency. This is particularly relevant in the context of conditions like Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), where low energy availability can lead to disruptions in menstrual function and result in decreased estrogen levels.