Endocrine System Hormones Quiz
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What is the function of somatotropin (growth hormone)?

To help the body grow and repair when damaged.

What is the role of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) in the endocrine system?

Command the adrenal glands to produce cortisol.

What is the main function of prolactin in the body?

Signaling the breast to enlarge and produce milk.

How does luteinizing hormone (LH) function differently in males and females?

<p>In males, it regulates testosterone production; in females, it regulates estrogen and progesterone production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in the endocrine system?

<p>Stimulates the production of sperm cells and growth of ovarian follicles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the thyroid gland located in the body, and what is its function?

<p>In the front of the neck, below the Adam's apple; it regulates body metabolism and stores calcium in bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of calcitonin in the endocrine system?

<p>Regulate calcium levels in blood when it gets too high</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the parathyroid gland located?

<p>Just at the back of the thyroid gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does parathyroid hormone (PTH) signal the bones to do?

<p>Give out calcium</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the thymus gland in the endocrine system?

<p>Enables the body to produce certain antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does thymosin regulate in the endocrine system?

<p>Development of T cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the adrenal glands located?

<p>On the top of each kidney</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of insulin in our body?

<p>Insulin signals cells to store excess sugar when blood sugar is high.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does glucagon function in our body?

<p>Glucagon signals the release of stored sugar into the bloodstream when blood sugar is low.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is sugar essential for our body?

<p>Sugar is the primary source of energy for our cells, muscles, and brain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary hormones produced by the pancreas?

<p>Insulin and Glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of testosterone in the male body?

<p>Testosterone is responsible for the development of primary and secondary sexual characteristics in males.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the testes located in the male body?

<p>Outside the body within the scrotum</p> Signup and view all the answers

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