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What is the function of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?
What is the function of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?
- To link the nervous system to the endocrine system (correct)
- To regulate the body's immune response
- To produce hormones that regulate growth and development
- To control blood sugar levels
How many releasing hormones are produced in the hypothalamus?
How many releasing hormones are produced in the hypothalamus?
- 5
- 10
- 7 (correct)
- 3
What is the name of the hormone that inhibits the release of growth hormone?
What is the name of the hormone that inhibits the release of growth hormone?
- Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)
- Growth hormone-release inhibiting hormone (GHIH) (correct)
- Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH)
- Growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH)
What is the location of the pituitary gland in relation to the hypothalamus?
What is the location of the pituitary gland in relation to the hypothalamus?
What is the function of prolactin-inhibiting hormone (PIH)?
What is the function of prolactin-inhibiting hormone (PIH)?
What is a common symptom of hyperthyroidism?
What is a common symptom of hyperthyroidism?
What is the primary function of Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) in the kidneys?
What is the primary function of Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) in the kidneys?
What is the function of somatostatin in regulating growth hormone secretion?
What is the function of somatostatin in regulating growth hormone secretion?
What is the effect of growth hormone on lipid metabolism?
What is the effect of growth hormone on lipid metabolism?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the synthesis and release of thyroid hormones?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the synthesis and release of thyroid hormones?
What is the result of excess growth hormone secretion in adults?
What is the result of excess growth hormone secretion in adults?
What is the term for the condition resulting from untreated neonatal hypothyroidism?
What is the term for the condition resulting from untreated neonatal hypothyroidism?
What is the primary function of ghrelin?
What is the primary function of ghrelin?
What is the primary function of Oxytocin?
What is the primary function of Oxytocin?
What is the percentage of Thyroxine (T4) that is bound to serum proteins?
What is the percentage of Thyroxine (T4) that is bound to serum proteins?
What is the effect of growth hormone on blood glucose levels?
What is the effect of growth hormone on blood glucose levels?
What is the essential nutrient required for thyroid hormone synthesis?
What is the essential nutrient required for thyroid hormone synthesis?
