5 Questions
Which type of hormones are made from cholesterol?
Steroids
What is the main method of hormone transport to target sites?
Blood transfer
What triggers the release of more hormone into the blood?
Low hormone levels in the blood
What must target cells have in order for hormones to affect them?
Specific protein receptors
What is the primary function of second messenger molecules in hormone action?
Oversee additional intracellular changes
Test your knowledge of the endocrine system with this overview quiz. Learn about the widely distributed organs, hormone production, and the role of second messenger molecules.
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