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Endocrine System: Pituitary and Hypothalamic Hormones

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What is the role of hormones in the body?

To control many body functions and support cell growth (correct)

To coordinate reproduction, fertility, sexual function and affect other endocrine glands

To release special chemical substances into the blood

To maintain internal homeostasis and coordinate development

Where are hormones released and how do they reach the target tissue?

Released in the bloodstream and reach only specific cells equipped to respond (correct)

Released in the lungs and reach the heart directly

Released in the brain and reach all parts of the body equally

Released in the stomach and reach nearby tissues

How do hormones affect other cells in the body?

By reaching all parts of the body and affecting all cells

By influencing other cells through pulsatile secretion

By releasing special chemical substances into the blood (correct)

By affecting all cells equally

In what way do hormones support body functions?

By supporting cell growth and coordinating development Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the endocrine system?

Maintain internal homeostasis and coordinate reproduction, fertility, sexual function Signup and view all the answers

Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland'?

Pituitary gland Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone released by the anterior pituitary gland stimulates the production of thyroid hormones?

Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and helps control blood pressure?

Vasopressin Signup and view all the answers

Which endocrine gland is found at the base of the brain and is connected to the hypothalamus by a thin stalk?

Pituitary gland Signup and view all the answers

Which hormones control the production of sex hormones by the ovaries and testicles?

Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) Signup and view all the answers