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Which cells within the pancreas secrete insulin?
Which cells within the pancreas secrete insulin?
What is the mnemonic for remembering the functions of the adrenal cortex hormones?
What is the mnemonic for remembering the functions of the adrenal cortex hormones?
What is the primary function of glucagon?
What is the primary function of glucagon?
What is the primary function of insulin?
What is the primary function of insulin?
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What triggers the release of cortisol from the adrenal cortex?
What triggers the release of cortisol from the adrenal cortex?
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What are the functions of gonadocorticoids (Androgens)?
What are the functions of gonadocorticoids (Androgens)?
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What is the mnemonic for remembering the hormones produced by the Adrenal Medulla and Cortex?
What is the mnemonic for remembering the hormones produced by the Adrenal Medulla and Cortex?
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What is the role of glucocorticoids (Cortisol) in the body?
What is the role of glucocorticoids (Cortisol) in the body?
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What is the function of ACTH in the release of cortisol?
What is the function of ACTH in the release of cortisol?
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What are the side effects of certain drugs on the endocrine system?
What are the side effects of certain drugs on the endocrine system?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of hormones produced by the endocrine system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of hormones produced by the endocrine system?
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What is the role of the 'Lock & Key' system in the endocrine system?
What is the role of the 'Lock & Key' system in the endocrine system?
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Which feedback system is most common in the endocrine system?
Which feedback system is most common in the endocrine system?
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What happens when the body's condition moves away from the normal range in a negative feedback system?
What happens when the body's condition moves away from the normal range in a negative feedback system?
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Where do hormones flow through in the body?
Where do hormones flow through in the body?
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What is the primary function of hormones secreted by the endocrine system?
What is the primary function of hormones secreted by the endocrine system?
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What is the 'Lock & Key' system analogous to?
What is the 'Lock & Key' system analogous to?
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What is the role of the receptor site in the 'Lock & Key' system?
What is the role of the receptor site in the 'Lock & Key' system?
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What does the negative feedback system do in response to changes in the controlled condition?
What does the negative feedback system do in response to changes in the controlled condition?
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How do hormones travel throughout the body?
How do hormones travel throughout the body?
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Which gland is responsible for producing regulatory hormones to stimulate or inhibit anterior pituitary gland hormone release?
Which gland is responsible for producing regulatory hormones to stimulate or inhibit anterior pituitary gland hormone release?
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Which gland stores and releases oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus?
Which gland stores and releases oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus?
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Which hormones are released by the anterior pituitary gland?
Which hormones are released by the anterior pituitary gland?
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What does the thyroid gland produce that is essential for metabolic activity and regulation of calcium levels?
What does the thyroid gland produce that is essential for metabolic activity and regulation of calcium levels?
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What should be done cautiously due to potential hormone release?
What should be done cautiously due to potential hormone release?
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What does the parathyroid gland produce to raise serum calcium levels and lower phosphate levels?
What does the parathyroid gland produce to raise serum calcium levels and lower phosphate levels?
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Which part of the adrenal glands releases catecholamines during stress, affecting the body's stress response and causing sympathetic nervous system response?
Which part of the adrenal glands releases catecholamines during stress, affecting the body's stress response and causing sympathetic nervous system response?
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What does the adrenal cortex produce that regulates electrolyte balance, stress response, and sexual characteristics?
What does the adrenal cortex produce that regulates electrolyte balance, stress response, and sexual characteristics?
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What is essential for maintaining homeostasis and overall health?
What is essential for maintaining homeostasis and overall health?
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Which gland is responsible for releasing tropic hormones that send messages to other endocrine glands?
Which gland is responsible for releasing tropic hormones that send messages to other endocrine glands?
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Study Notes
Endocrine System Overview
- Endocrine glands include pineal gland, hypothalamus, pituitary gland, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, thymus, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries, and testes.
- Hypothalamus produces regulatory hormones to stimulate or inhibit anterior pituitary gland hormone release.
- Anterior pituitary gland is regulated by hypothalamus and contains tropic hormones that send messages to other endocrine glands.
- Posterior pituitary gland stores and releases oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus.
- Thyroid stimulating hormone, adrenocorticotropic hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone, luteinizing hormone, growth hormone, and prolactin are released by the anterior pituitary gland.
- Thyroid gland produces triiodothyronine, thyroxine, and calcitonin, essential for metabolic activity and regulation of calcium levels.
- Palpation of the thyroid gland should be done cautiously due to potential hormone release.
- Parathyroid gland produces parathyroid hormone to raise serum calcium levels and lower phosphate levels.
- Adrenal glands consist of adrenal medulla and adrenal cortex, releasing epinephrine, norepinephrine, and corticosteroids.
- Adrenal medulla releases catecholamines during stress, affecting the body's stress response and causing sympathetic nervous system response.
- Adrenal cortex produces mineralocorticoids (aldosterone), glucocorticoids (cortisol), and androgens, regulating electrolyte balance, stress response, and sexual characteristics.
- Proper functioning of the endocrine system is essential for maintaining homeostasis and overall health.
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Test your knowledge of the endocrine system with this informative quiz. Explore the functions of key glands and hormones, and understand the vital role they play in maintaining overall health and homeostasis.
