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Which type of gland is ductless and releases hormones directly into the bloodstream?
Which type of gland is ductless and releases hormones directly into the bloodstream?
What type of signalling targets neighboring cells by releasing the signal into extracellular fluid, but does not go into the bloodstream?
What type of signalling targets neighboring cells by releasing the signal into extracellular fluid, but does not go into the bloodstream?
Which organ is an example of an organ that can perform both endocrine and exocrine functions?
Which organ is an example of an organ that can perform both endocrine and exocrine functions?
What is the key difference between endocrine, paracrine, and autocrine signalling?
What is the key difference between endocrine, paracrine, and autocrine signalling?
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Which type of cellular communication involves the release of neurotransmitters as a signal to communicate, primarily targeting local cells?
Which type of cellular communication involves the release of neurotransmitters as a signal to communicate, primarily targeting local cells?
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Which type of signalling targets itself and is often associated with self-signalling?
Which type of signalling targets itself and is often associated with self-signalling?
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Which type of cellular communication involves direct intercellular communication via gap junctions?
Which type of cellular communication involves direct intercellular communication via gap junctions?
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What is the function of an exocrine gland?
What is the function of an exocrine gland?
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What type of gland has ducts and targets specific areas close by with its secretions?
What type of gland has ducts and targets specific areas close by with its secretions?
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Which signaling involves releasing neurotransmitters into the extracellular fluid where they bind to local target cells?
Which signaling involves releasing neurotransmitters into the extracellular fluid where they bind to local target cells?
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Which type of hormone is the most abundant?
Which type of hormone is the most abundant?
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Where can hormones act based on their site of action?
Where can hormones act based on their site of action?
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Which mechanism of action do hormones use as secondary messengers?
Which mechanism of action do hormones use as secondary messengers?
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Which of the following is a common drug that targets the endocrine system for regulating blood sugar levels?
Which of the following is a common drug that targets the endocrine system for regulating blood sugar levels?
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What controls hormone concentration using feedback loops?
What controls hormone concentration using feedback loops?
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Which gland secretes 9 hormones and is controlled by the hypothalamus?
Which gland secretes 9 hormones and is controlled by the hypothalamus?
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What type of hormones regulate the secretion of another hormone?
What type of hormones regulate the secretion of another hormone?
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Which part of the pituitary gland contains glandular epithelial tissues?
Which part of the pituitary gland contains glandular epithelial tissues?
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'Neurohypophysis' is another name for which part of the pituitary gland?
'Neurohypophysis' is another name for which part of the pituitary gland?
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'Hypothalamus pituitary adrenal axis' involves sequential activation of organs to produce which hormone?
'Hypothalamus pituitary adrenal axis' involves sequential activation of organs to produce which hormone?
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Endocrine system involves the release of signaling molecules directly into the bloodstream.
Endocrine system involves the release of signaling molecules directly into the bloodstream.
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The pancreas is an example of an organ that can perform both endocrine and exocrine functions.
The pancreas is an example of an organ that can perform both endocrine and exocrine functions.
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Paracrine signaling targets distant cells by releasing the signal into the extracellular fluid.
Paracrine signaling targets distant cells by releasing the signal into the extracellular fluid.
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Autocrine signaling involves targeting neighboring cells.
Autocrine signaling involves targeting neighboring cells.
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Neuroendocrine signaling releases neurotransmitters directly into the bloodstream.
Neuroendocrine signaling releases neurotransmitters directly into the bloodstream.
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Oxytocin and vasopressin are hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.
Oxytocin and vasopressin are hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.
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The hypothalamus synthesizes releasing or inhibitory hormones that control the anterior pituitary gland.
The hypothalamus synthesizes releasing or inhibitory hormones that control the anterior pituitary gland.
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Steroids are the most abundant type of hormone.
Steroids are the most abundant type of hormone.
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The hypothalamus and pituitary gland are both endocrine glands.
The hypothalamus and pituitary gland are both endocrine glands.
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Hormones that regulate the secretion of another hormone are called tropic hormones.
Hormones that regulate the secretion of another hormone are called tropic hormones.
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Study Notes
Endocrine System
- Ductless glands release hormones directly into the bloodstream.
- Endocrine glands release hormones into the bloodstream, which then target cells at a distance.
Signaling Types
- Paracrine signaling targets neighboring cells by releasing the signal into extracellular fluid, but does not enter the bloodstream.
- Autocrine signaling targets the same cell that released the signal.
- Neuroendocrine signaling releases neurotransmitters into the extracellular fluid, which then bind to local target cells.
Organs with Dual Functions
- The pancreas is an example of an organ that can perform both endocrine and exocrine functions.
Exocrine Glands
- Exocrine glands have ducts and target specific areas close by with their secretions.
- The primary function of exocrine glands is to release their secretions into ducts, which then release them into specific areas.
Hormones
- Steroids are not the most abundant type of hormone.
- Hormones can act based on their site of action, which can be local or distant.
- Hormones use secondary messengers as a mechanism of action.
Pituitary Gland
- The pituitary gland secretes 9 hormones and is controlled by the hypothalamus.
- The anterior pituitary gland does not secrete oxytocin and vasopressin.
- The posterior pituitary gland, also known as the neurohypophysis, secretes oxytocin and vasopressin.
- The adenohypophysis is the part of the pituitary gland that contains glandular epithelial tissues.
Hypothalamus
- The hypothalamus synthesizes releasing or inhibitory hormones that control the anterior pituitary gland.
- The hypothalamus is not an endocrine gland.
- The hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis involves sequential activation of organs to produce cortisol.
Regulation
- Feedback loops control hormone concentration.
- Tropic hormones regulate the secretion of another hormone.
- The hypothalamus and pituitary gland work together to regulate hormone secretion.
Medications
- Metformin is a common drug that targets the endocrine system for regulating blood sugar levels.
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Test your knowledge of the endocrine system and glands with this quiz. Learn about the different types of glands, their functions, and examples of glands in the human body.
