Anatomy & Physiology II: Chapter 2 Endocrine System
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What is the primary function of hormones in the human body?

  • To aid in the digestion of food
  • To produce sweat and sebum
  • To regulate metabolic functions of cells (correct)
  • To produce energy

Which endocrine gland is located in the thorax?

  • Adrenal gland
  • Pituitary gland
  • Thyroid gland
  • Thymus (correct)

Which of the following hormones is NOT involved in the regulation of blood sugar levels?

  • Adrenaline
  • Insulin
  • Glucagon
  • Testosterone (correct)

What is the function of the pituitary gland in the endocrine system?

<p>To stimulate other endocrine glands to secrete their hormones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of the pancreatic islets?

<p>Regulation of blood sugar levels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many adrenal glands are located in the human body?

<p>2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone stimulates the growth and division of most body cells?

<p>Growth hormone (GH) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland?

<p>Releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone regulates blood sugar levels?

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

What is the target tissue for Adreno Corticotrophic hormone (ACTH)?

<p>Adrenal cortex (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gland consists of two lobes: anterior and posterior?

<p>Pituitary gland (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?

<p>Regulates the activity of other endocrine glands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) secreted by the pituitary gland?

<p>Stimulates adrenal cortex to secrete cortisol (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone secreted by the pituitary gland is responsible for stimulating the development of follicles in ovaries and sperm cell production?

<p>Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) or Vasopressin secreted by the pituitary gland?

<p>Maintains body's water balance by increasing water reabsorption in nephrons (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the shape of the thyroid gland located in the neck?

<p>Butterfly shaped (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells in the thyroid gland produce thyroxine (T4) and tri-iodothyronine (T3)?

<p>Follicular cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Prolactin secreted by the pituitary gland?

<p>Stimulates milk production in mammary glands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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