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Which gland is responsible for the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the body's sleep-wake cycle?
Which gland is responsible for the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the body's sleep-wake cycle?
- Pituitary gland
- Parathyroid gland
- Pineal gland (correct)
- Thyroid gland
What is the primary function of the hypothalamus?
What is the primary function of the hypothalamus?
- Producing hormones involved in growth and development
- Secretes hormones necessary for calcium absorption
- Controlling the production of T-cells
- Regulating body temperature and blood pressure (correct)
What is the primary function of the hormone aldosterone?
What is the primary function of the hormone aldosterone?
- Regulating blood sugar levels
- Stimulating the production of testosterone in males
- Promoting water reabsorption in the kidneys (correct)
- Inhibiting the release of growth hormone
Which hormone is involved in the regulation of metabolism?
Which hormone is involved in the regulation of metabolism?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the growth and maturation of ovarian follicles in females?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the growth and maturation of ovarian follicles in females?
What is the function of the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
What is the function of the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland'?
Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland'?
What is the primary function of the hormone insulin?
What is the primary function of the hormone insulin?
What is the primary function of the ovaries and testes?
What is the primary function of the ovaries and testes?
Which hormone is responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle?
Which hormone is responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle?
What is the primary function of the hormone calcitonin?
What is the primary function of the hormone calcitonin?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in the mammary glands?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in the mammary glands?
