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What is the function of the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
Production of growth hormone
Which gland is considered the master regulator of metabolism?
Thyroid gland
What is the connection between the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus called?
Hypothalamic-pituitary axis
What is the condition characterized by excessive levels of growth hormone?
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Which of the following is a potential risk associated with the misuse of anabolic androgenic steroids in men?
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Which of the following is a potential risk associated with the misuse of anabolic androgenic steroids in women?
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Which gland is responsible for the secretion of growth hormone?
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Which type of hormone can freely dissolve in the blood?
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Why is it important to have a physiological hormonal response to fear?
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What is the unique feature of the pancreas compared to other glands?
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What is the role of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas?
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Which gland only has an endocrine role?
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Which hormone is responsible for the master regulation of metabolism?
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What is the main difference between acromegaly and gigantism?
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What is the role of iodine in thyroid hormone production?
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What are the symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
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What is the primary role of the pancreas in relation to diabetes?
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What happens when the body is unable to produce enough insulin in diabetes?
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What is the meaning of the term 'diabetes mellitus'?
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What are the primary sex hormones produced by the reproductive organs?
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Which of the following statements about peptide hormones is true?
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Why can't peptide hormones be taken orally?
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Which type of hormone tends to have a rapid and quick effect?
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Which of the following best describes the solubility of steroid hormones?
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What do steroid hormones need to be bound to in order to be transported in the blood?
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Which type of hormone tends to have a long duration of action?
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Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland'?
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Which hormone is responsible for growth and development?
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Which type of hormone is transported in the blood to its target?
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Which type of hormone has a rapid onset of action and a short duration of action?
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Which route of administration is suitable for insulin?
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Which hormonal mechanism of action involves receptor autophosphorylation?
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Which hormones are produced by the hypothalamus to induce the release of another hormone?
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Which of the following hormones is produced by the adrenal medulla?
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Which of the following hormones is produced by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
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What is the primary role of the thyroid gland?
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What is the main function of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas?
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Which of the following is a symptom of hyperthyroidism?
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What is the primary function of the gonads?
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Which of the following hormones is important for the regulation of the menstrual cycle?
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Which gland is considered the 'master regulator' of metabolism?
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What is the primary role of the pancreas in relation to diabetes?
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What is the connection between the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus called?
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Why can't peptide hormones be taken orally?
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What is the main difference between acromegaly and gigantism?
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Which of the following best describes the feedback loops in the endocrine system?
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What is the likely primary endocrine dysfunction when there are very high levels of T3 and T4, but low levels of TRH and TSH?
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In which order do the three groups of hormones (releasing, stimulating, and non-trophic) signal?
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What is the term for the movement of hormones via the circulatory system to a target receptor in another part of the body?
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What is the disruption caused by malfunction at the pituitary level related to secreting or releasing hormones called?
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What is the function of the exocrine glands?
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What is the term for the action of hormones onto neighbouring endocrine cells?
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What is the term for the action of hormones onto the cell of origin?
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What is the term for the maintenance of physiological equilibrium?
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Study Notes
Endocrine System Overview
- The pituitary gland is considered the 'master gland' or 'master regulator' of metabolism.
- The connection between the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus is called the hypophyseal portal system.
Pituitary Gland Functions
- The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland secretes growth hormone.
- Growth hormone is responsible for growth and development.
Hormone Characteristics
- Peptide hormones cannot be taken orally because they are broken down in the digestive system.
- Peptide hormones have a rapid onset of action and a short duration of action.
- Steroid hormones need to be bound to a carrier protein to be transported in the blood.
- Steroid hormones have a long duration of action.
Pancreas and Diabetes
- The primary role of the pancreas is to regulate blood sugar levels in relation to diabetes.
- The islets of Langerhans in the pancreas produce hormones to regulate blood sugar levels.
- When the body is unable to produce enough insulin, it leads to diabetes.
- The term 'diabetes mellitus' refers to a group of metabolic disorders characterized by high blood sugar levels.
- The primary sex hormones produced by the reproductive organs are estrogen and testosterone.
Hormone Regulation
- The hypothalamus produces releasing hormones to induce the release of another hormone.
- The negative feedback loop is an example of a feedback loop in the endocrine system.
- Hormones can act on neighbouring endocrine cells (paracrine action) or on the cell of origin (autocrine action).
- Homeostasis is the maintenance of physiological equilibrium.
Thyroid Gland
- The primary role of the thyroid gland is to regulate metabolism.
- Iodine is essential for thyroid hormone production.
- Hyperthyroidism is characterized by symptoms such as weight loss, anxiety, and rapid heartbeat.
- The main difference between acromegaly and gigantism is the timing of excessive growth hormone production.
Other
- The adrenal medulla produces epinephrine and norepinephrine.
- Insulin is typically administered through injection or infusion.
- The gonads produce sex hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle.
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