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Which of the following is a function of growth hormone?
Which of the following is a function of growth hormone?
- Stimulates the growth of all tissues capable of growing (correct)
- Stimulates the growth of muscles only
- Promotes linear growth after closure of epiphysis
- Inhibits the growth of bone after closure of epiphysis
Which gland is both endocrine and exocrine?
Which gland is both endocrine and exocrine?
- Parathyroid gland
- Pituitary gland
- Pancreas (correct)
- Thyroid gland
How is anterior pituitary secretion controlled?
How is anterior pituitary secretion controlled?
- By direct neural connection between hypothalamus and anterior pituitary
- By hypothalamic releasing and inhibitory factors carried to the anterior pituitary by portal circulation (correct)
- By direct blood supply from the heart to the anterior pituitary
- By hormonal feedback from the target cells
What is the function of melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH)?
What is the function of melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH)?
What is the effect of growth hormone on protein metabolism?
What is the effect of growth hormone on protein metabolism?
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Growth Hormone Function
Growth Hormone Function
Stimulates growth of tissues.
Endocrine and Exocrine Gland?
Endocrine and Exocrine Gland?
Pancreas is both.
Anterior Pituitary Control
Anterior Pituitary Control
Controlled by hypothalamic hormones via portal system.
MSH Function
MSH Function
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Growth Hormone & Protein
Growth Hormone & Protein
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