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Which hormone directly stimulates the release of corticosteroids from the adrenal cortex?
Which hormone directly stimulates the release of corticosteroids from the adrenal cortex?
- GH
- ACTH (correct)
- LH
- TSH
A newly developed drug inhibits the function of gonadotrophs in the anterior pituitary. Which of the following hormonal changes would you expect to observe?
A newly developed drug inhibits the function of gonadotrophs in the anterior pituitary. Which of the following hormonal changes would you expect to observe?
- Decreased levels of testosterone in males. (correct)
- Elevated growth hormone levels.
- Increased levels of thyroid hormones.
- Increased levels of prolactin.
If a patient is diagnosed with a deficiency in thyroid hormone production due to a pituitary issue, which type of anterior pituitary cell is most likely affected?
If a patient is diagnosed with a deficiency in thyroid hormone production due to a pituitary issue, which type of anterior pituitary cell is most likely affected?
- Lactotrophs
- Somatotrophs
- Corticotrophs
- Thyrotrophs (correct)
Which anterior pituitary hormone is critical for initiating sperm development?
Which anterior pituitary hormone is critical for initiating sperm development?
A researcher is studying the effects of a compound that selectively inhibits the activity of somatotrophs. Which of the following outcomes would they most likely observe?
A researcher is studying the effects of a compound that selectively inhibits the activity of somatotrophs. Which of the following outcomes would they most likely observe?
Which of the following cell types in the anterior pituitary is primarily associated with reproductive functions?
Which of the following cell types in the anterior pituitary is primarily associated with reproductive functions?
What is the primary function of LH (Luteinizing Hormone) in females?
What is the primary function of LH (Luteinizing Hormone) in females?
Considering that chromophobes in the anterior pituitary have an unclear function, what approach would be most effective in studying their potential role?
Considering that chromophobes in the anterior pituitary have an unclear function, what approach would be most effective in studying their potential role?
A patient presents with elevated levels of growth hormone (GH) due to a tumor in the anterior pituitary. Which cell type is most likely affected by this tumor?
A patient presents with elevated levels of growth hormone (GH) due to a tumor in the anterior pituitary. Which cell type is most likely affected by this tumor?
Which hormone primarily contributes to both reproductive and metabolic functions?
Which hormone primarily contributes to both reproductive and metabolic functions?
Flashcards
ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone)
ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone)
Stimulates corticoid release from the adrenal cortex.
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
Stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones.
LH (Luteinizing Hormone)
LH (Luteinizing Hormone)
Triggers testosterone production in males and ovulation in females.
FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
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PRL (Prolactin)
PRL (Prolactin)
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GH (Growth Hormone)
GH (Growth Hormone)
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Corticotrophs
Corticotrophs
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Thyrotrophs
Thyrotrophs
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Ganadotrophs
Ganadotrophs
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Lactotrophs
Lactotrophs
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Study Notes
- Basophils, acidophils, and chromophobes are types of cells.
Corticotrophs
- Produce ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone).
- ACTH stimulates corticoid release.
Thyrotrophs
- Produce TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone).
- TSH stimulates thyroid hormone production.
Gonadotrophs
- Produce LH (Luteinizing Hormone).
- LH triggers testosterone production in males and ovulation in females.
- Produce FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone).
- FSH stimulates sperm and follicle development.
Lactotrophs
- Produce PRL (Prolactin).
- Prolactin is responsible for reproductive and metabolic functions.
Somatotrophs
- Produce GH (Growth Hormone).
- GH has a pivotal role in growth.
Chromophobes
- Have an unclear function.
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