10 Questions
Which hormone controls the thyroid gland?
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
What is the structural and functional division of the pituitary gland?
Anterior lobe and posterior lobe
Which hormone causes milk formation in the mammary glands?
Prolactin
What is the main action of growth hormone (GH) on body tissues?
Promotes growth of all body tissues indirectly by stimulating the liver to secrete somatomedins
How does growth hormone (GH) affect carbohydrates?
Decreases glucose uptake and utilization by cells, increasing blood glucose level
Which hormone is responsible for causing milk formation in the mammary glands?
Prolactin
What is the main action of growth hormone (GH) on body tissues?
Promotes the growth of bone and cartilage indirectly
How does growth hormone (GH) affect carbohydrates?
Decreases glucose uptake and utilization by cells
Which hormone controls the adrenal cortex?
Adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH)
What are the metabolic functions of growth hormone (GH)?
Stimulates protein synthesis and growth
Test your knowledge on the pituitary gland (Hypophysis cerebri) including its location, divisions, and the hormones produced in its anterior lobe (adenohypophysis). This quiz covers topics related to the endocrine system relevant to clinical physiology and pathophysiology.
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