10 Questions
What is the main function of amine hormones?
To regulate cellular changes such as protein synthesis and membrane permeability
Where is the thyroid gland located?
In the neck
Which of the following amine hormones is produced in the adrenal gland?
Epinephrine and norepinephrine
What is the main route of administration for amine hormones?
Oral, intravenous, or inhalant
Why are amine hormones insoluble in lipids?
Because they must attach to specific receptor sites on the cell membrane
What is the main function of hormones in the endocrine system?
Regulate metabolic activities in target cells
Which type of hormones are synthesized from cholesterol and can pass through a cell membrane easily?
Lipids
How are protein hormones typically administered for medical treatment?
Intramuscularly
Which hormones combine with a protein to form a steroid-protein molecule once inside a cell?
Cortisol
What is the primary function of endocrine glands in the endocrine system?
Secrete hormones into the blood for regulation
Learn about the endocrine system, which consists of glands that secrete hormones into the blood to regulate metabolic activities in target cells. Explore the types of hormones, including steroids, which are synthesized from cholesterol.
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