5 Questions
What is the primary function of the detrusor muscle?
To contract during urination to push urine out of the bladder
What happens to the ability of the bladder with aging?
Decreases in size and develops fibrous matter in the bladder wall
What happens to the level of plasma renin and aldosterone beginning at 40 years of age?
Decreases
What effect does parathyroid hormone have on calcium levels in the blood?
Increases the levels when they are too low
How does aging affect the responsiveness to vasodilators and vasoconstrictors?
Responsiveness to vasodilators is reduced, whereas responsiveness to vasoconstrictors is enhanced
Test your knowledge of age-related changes in the endocrine system with this quiz. Explore topics such as decreased plasma renin and aldosterone levels, impaired salt conservation, increased antidiuretic hormone release, decreased serum calcium levels, and more.
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