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Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland' due to its control over other endocrine glands?
Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland' due to its control over other endocrine glands?
- Pancreas
- Pituitary gland (correct)
- Thyroid gland
- Adrenal gland
Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body?
Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body?
- Adrenaline
- Testosterone
- Estrogen
- Insulin (correct)
Which of the following organs is NOT part of the endocrine system?
Which of the following organs is NOT part of the endocrine system?
- Pancreas
- Thyroid gland
- Kidneys (correct)
- Adrenal glands
What is the primary function of the ovary hormones in the female body?
What is the primary function of the ovary hormones in the female body?
In animal endocrine system, where are hormones released directly into?
In animal endocrine system, where are hormones released directly into?
What distinguishes the hormone-producing glands in animals from those in plants?
What distinguishes the hormone-producing glands in animals from those in plants?
Which of the following hormones decreases blood glucose levels?
Which of the following hormones decreases blood glucose levels?
What is the primary function of glucocorticoids produced by the adrenal gland?
What is the primary function of glucocorticoids produced by the adrenal gland?
What is the main function of estrogen produced by the ovary?
What is the main function of estrogen produced by the ovary?
Which gland produces hormones that regulate water balance and glucose metabolism?
Which gland produces hormones that regulate water balance and glucose metabolism?
What is the primary function of progesterone produced by the ovary?
What is the primary function of progesterone produced by the ovary?
Which hormone is produced by the pineal gland?
Which hormone is produced by the pineal gland?
What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?
What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?
What is the term for glands that release their secretions directly into the bloodstream?
What is the term for glands that release their secretions directly into the bloodstream?
Which gland has both endocrine and exocrine functions?
Which gland has both endocrine and exocrine functions?
What is the function of parathormone released by the parathyroid gland?
What is the function of parathormone released by the parathyroid gland?
What is the term for a tube or vessel of the body through which fluids pass?
What is the term for a tube or vessel of the body through which fluids pass?
What is the function of the adrenal cortex?
What is the function of the adrenal cortex?
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