Adrenal Glands and Hormones Quiz
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Which layer of the adrenal cortex produces mineralocorticoids such as aldosterone?

  • Zona fasciculata
  • Zona reticularis
  • Adrenal medulla
  • Zona glomerulosa (correct)

In which part of the adrenal gland are the catecholamines produced?

  • Adrenal medulla (correct)
  • Zona glomerulosa
  • Zona reticularis
  • Zona fasciculata

Which zone of the adrenal cortex is responsible for the synthesis of glucocorticoids like cortisol and cortisone?

  • Zona fasciculata (correct)
  • Zona glomerulosa
  • Adrenal medulla
  • Zona reticularis

Which function is associated with the mineralocorticoids produced in the adrenal cortex?

<p>Regulation of blood pressure and electrolyte balance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hormones are synthesized in the zona reticularis of the adrenal cortex?

<p>Androgens (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is mainly produced in the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex?

<p>Aldosterone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the catecholamines produced in the adrenal medulla?

<p>Produce a rapid response throughout the body in stress situations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of aldosterone?

<p>Regulating blood pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the adrenal cortex is responsible for the production of glucocorticoids?

<p>Zona fasciculata (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of cortisol?

<p>Suppressing immune response (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Cushing's syndrome?

<p>Overproduction of cortisol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is associated with insufficient production of cortisol?

<p>Addison's disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What genetic disease is produced by dysregulation of endocrine control mechanisms?

<p>Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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