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Which of the following is NOT a function of the hypothalamus?

  • Production of red blood cells (correct)
  • Secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
  • Control of heart rate and blood pressure
  • Regulation of body temperature

    • The endocrine system utilizes electrical impulses for communication.

    False (B)

    What is the primary difference between the transmission speed of the nervous system and the endocrine system?

    The nervous system transmits information much faster than the endocrine system.

    The ____ gland is responsible for the production of growth hormone (GH).

    <p>anterior pituitary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following hormones with their primary function:

    <p>Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) = Stimulates the production of thyroid hormones Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) = Promotes follicle growth in ovaries and sperm maturation in testes Luteinizing hormone (LH) = Stimulates testosterone synthesis in testes and ovulation in ovaries Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) = Stimulates the production of adrenal hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones are considered non-tropic hormones?

    <p>Cortisol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Growth hormone is an example of a trophic hormone.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of tropic hormones in the endocrine system?

    <p>Tropic hormones stimulate other endocrine glands to release their hormones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The hormone ______ is released from the posterior pituitary and helps to regulate blood pressure.

    <p>ADH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following hormone types with their descriptions:

    <p>Tropic = Directly stimulate target cells to induce effects Non-tropic = Stimulate other endocrine glands Trophic = Stimulate growth, function, or nutrition of other endocrine cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors directly increase insulin secretion?

    <p>Increased blood glucose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone promotes the development of male reproductive system and male secondary sexual characteristics?

    <p>Testosterone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sulfonylurea drugs decrease insulin secretion in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of incretins in insulin secretion?

    <p>Incretins are gastrointestinal hormones that stimulate insulin secretion from the pancreas in an anticipatory manner before a meal, increasing blood insulin levels in preparation for the influx of glucose and amino acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Epinephrine is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal medulla.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of aldosterone?

    <p>Aldosterone is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex. It plays a key role in regulating blood pressure by increasing sodium reabsorption and potassium secretion by the kidneys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Insulin binds to the _______ subunits of its receptor.

    <p>α</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following hormones with their primary effect on insulin secretion:

    <p>Glucagon = Increases insulin secretion Somatostatin = Decreases insulin secretion Acetylcholine = Increases insulin secretion Norepinephrine = Decreases insulin secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ gland plays a crucial role in controlling blood calcium levels by producing ______ hormone.

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    Which of the following is a key characteristic of type 1 diabetes?

    <p>Lack of insulin secretion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    GLUT4 is a type of glucose transporter that is primarily found in the liver and beta cells.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the role of GLUT4 in insulin's action.

    <p>GLUT4 is a glucose transporter that is translocated from the intracellular environment to the cell membrane in response to insulin signaling. This translocation increases glucose uptake in insulin-sensitive tissues, such as muscle and adipose tissue, helping to regulate blood glucose levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor that stimulates ADH release?

    <p>High blood pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Diabetes Insipidus is a condition characterized by excessive thirst and frequent urination of concentrated urine.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main types of Diabetes Insipidus, and what differentiates them?

    <p>The two types are Neurogenic (central) and Nephrogenic. Neurogenic DI is due to the failure of the hypothalamus or neurohypophysis to synthesize or secrete ADH, while Nephrogenic DI occurs when the kidneys fail to respond appropriately to ADH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The synthetic analog of ADH, ______, is often preferred for treatment due to its longer duration of action and greater potency compared to native ADH.

    <p>Desmopressin (DDAVP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following receptors to their primary function related to ADH:

    <p>V1 receptor = Blood vessel constriction V2 receptor = Water reabsorption in the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical treatment for Nephrogenic DI?

    <p>High-sodium diet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The hypothalamus is solely responsible for receiving signals and substances from the blood, and then directly influences hormone secretion from the pituitary gland.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the hypothalamus contribute to the endocrine system, and what are some examples of this interaction?

    <p>The hypothalamus regulates pituitary gland secretion by releasing hormones that stimulate or inhibit the release of other hormones from the anterior and posterior pituitary. It also receives signals and substances from the blood, influencing its own hormone release and ultimately affecting the endocrine response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Negative feedback mechanisms are more common than positive feedback mechanisms in regulating hormone levels.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major hormone secreted by the endocrine pancreas?

    <p>Adrenaline (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells in the Islets of Langerhans are primarily responsible for insulin secretion?

    <p>Beta cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary regulator of insulin secretion is an increase in ______ levels.

    <p>blood glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following endocrine pancreatic hormones with their primary functions:

    <p>Insulin = Increases blood glucose levels Glucagon = Decreases blood glucose levels Somatostatin = Inhibits insulin and glucagon secretion Amylin = Regulates insulin secretion and gastric emptying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of positive feedback mechanisms in hormone regulation?

    <p>Values go out of range (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain how increased intracellular ATP levels in beta cells stimulate insulin secretion.

    <p>Increased ATP levels close potassium channels, causing depolarization of the beta cell membrane. This depolarization opens voltage-gated calcium channels, allowing calcium influx, which triggers the release of insulin through exocytosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Somatostatin enhances the secretion of both insulin and glucagon.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood calcium levels?

    <p>Parathyroid Hormone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ gland secretes hormones that regulate metabolism and growth.

    <p>thyroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following hormones with their respective chemical structures:

    <p>Thyroxine (T4) = Amine Cortisol = Steroid Insulin = Peptide Parathyroid Hormone = Peptide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones is NOT produced by the adrenal gland?

    <p>Insulin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Testosterone is a steroid hormone that primarily promotes development of the female reproductive system.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of insulin?

    <p>Insulin's primary function is to promote glucose uptake and utilization by cells, lowering blood glucose levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ gland produces hormones that regulate the "fight-or-flight" response.

    <p>adrenal medulla</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Endocrine System Overview

    • The endocrine system is a chemical messenger system
    • It's one of the body's regulatory systems
    • It comprises glands and cells that make and secrete hormones

    Endocrine System Functions

    • Regulates the internal body environment (e.g., blood pressure, blood glucose levels)
    • Controls and integrates the reproductive system
    • Maintains water and electrolyte balance
    • Supports growth and development
    • Regulates cellular metabolism (e.g., body's basal metabolic rate)
    • Mobilizes body defenses (e.g., epinephrine, norepinephrine)

    Endocrine vs Exocrine Glands

    • Exocrine glands have ducts, secreting products onto the epithelial surface. Examples are sweat, sebaceous, mammary, and digestive enzyme glands.
    • Endocrine glands are ductless, secreting products (hormones) directly into the internal environment (blood).

    Nervous vs Endocrine Systems

    Feature Nervous System Endocrine System
    Transmission type Electrical impulses and neurotransmitters Chemical signals (hormones)
    Transmission means Through neurons Blood
    Transmission speed Fast Slow
    Response Fast (↓ reaction time) Slow (↑ reaction time)
    Effect duration Short-lived Short or long
    Type of action Voluntary or involuntary Involuntary
    Target Localized Mostly diffused & distant
    Structures CNS, PNS Glands

    Major Endocrine Glands

    • Hypothalamus
    • Pituitary gland
    • Thyroid gland
    • Parathyroid glands
    • Adrenal glands
    • Pancreas
    • Ovaries
    • Testes

    Hormones & Their Functions

    (Note: The provided information doesn't enumerate all hormones. A more exhaustive list is missing from this document)

    Secretion of Posterior Pituitary Hormones

    • Hormones are made and packaged within neurons' cell bodies.
    • Vesicles transport hormones down the neuron.
    • Vesicles containing hormones are stored in the posterior pituitary.
    • Hormones are released into the bloodstream.

    Oxytocin

    • Synthesized in the cell bodies of hypothalamic neurons (paraventricular nucleus)
    • Stored in the posterior pituitary
    • Powerful uterine stimulant (regulates contractions)
    • Stimulates milk ejection ("letdown reflex")
    • Increases contraction in the vas deferens (ejaculation)

    Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH or Vasopressin)

    • Synthesized in the cell bodies of hypothalamic neurons (supraoptic nucleus)
    • Stored in the posterior pituitary
    • Regulates water balance
    • In the absence of ADH, collecting tubules/ducts become impermeable to water, causing excess water loss in the urine.
    • ADH binds to its receptor, activating translocation of vesicles with aquaporins to apical cell membranes, increasing water reabsorption.

    Control of ADH Release

    • Increased extracellular fluid osmolarity stimulates ADH secretion (osmoreceptors)
    • Low blood volume/pressure stimulates ADH secretion (baroreceptors)
    • Physiological stress (e.g., pain, fear, trauma) stimulates ADH release.

    Regulation of ADH

    • Hypothalamus receives feedback from osmoreceptors, aortic arch baroreceptors, carotid baroreceptors, and atrial stretch receptors

    Effects of ADH on Blood Vessels

    • ADH (via V1 receptors) causes vasoconstriction increasing blood pressure.

    ADH Disorders

    • Diabetes Insipidus:
      • Neurogenic (central): failure of hypothalamus/posterior pituitary to produce ADH
      • Nephrogenic: kidney's inability to respond to ADH
    • Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH): excessive ADH secretion

    Diabetes Insipidus Treatment

    • Desmopressin (DDAVP): synthetic analog of ADH with longer duration and higher potency (less side effects)

    Treatment of Nephrogenic DI

    • Correction of any underlying cause
    • Provision of adequate fluids and calories
    • Low sodium diet
    • Diuretics
    • High-dose DDAVP

    Summary of Posterior Pituitary Hormones Actions

    • Hypothalamus-stimuli: stress, increased plasma osmolarity
    • Pituitary-actions: ADH (kidney-increased water reabsorption)
    • Pituitary-actions: Oxytocin (uterus-contractions, mammary glands-milk ejection)
    • Neural-stimuli: suckling, parturition

    Classification of Hormones

    • Steroids: Derived from cholesterol. Examples include cortisol, aldosterone, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone.
    • Proteins/Peptides: Chains of amino acids. Examples include insulin, glucagon, growth hormone, thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH).
    • Catecholamines: Derived from tyrosine. Examples include epinephrine (adrenaline), norepinephrine (noradrenaline).

    Hormone Synthesis (Protein & Peptides)

    • Synthesized on the rough ER.
    • Preprohormones are created.
    • Preprohormones are cleaved into prohormones.
    • Prohormones undergo further processing to become hormones.
    • Hormones are stored in secretory vesicles.

    Hormone Synthesis (Thyroid)

    • Thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) are synthesized and stored in the follicles of the thyroid gland.
    • Thyroglobulin is the protein that contains T3 and T4.

    Hormone Synthesis (Steroid)

    • Synthesized from cholesterol and produced in endocrine cells.
    • Little to no storage before release.

    Transport of Hormones

    • Water-soluble hormones travel dissolved in blood plasma.
    • Lipid-soluble hormones are transported bound to plasma proteins.

    Clearance of Hormones

    • Hormones are removed from the blood by various metabolic processes, binding with tissues, and excretion by the liver or kidneys.

    General Principles of Endocrine Functions

    • Hormones are specific signals and subject to feedback regulation.
    • Hormones bind to receptors triggering immediate and long-term effects.
    • Some hormones affect several cell types.

    Mechanism of Hormone Action

    • Hormones can bind to membrane receptors (peptide/catecholamines) or intracellular receptors (steroids/thyroid).
    • Number of receptors can change over time (downregulation/upregulation).

    Endocrine Pancreas

    • Composed of exocrine acini (~99%) and endocrine Islets of Langerhans
    • Major hormones produced include insulin, glucagon, amylin, somatostatin, and pancreatic polypeptide (PP).

    Islet Cells

    • Irregular patches of endocrine tissue within the pancreas (~1-2 million)
    • Major cells: alpha (glucagon), beta (insulin, amylin), delta (somatostatin), F (PP)
    • Interrelated cell-to-cell communication regulating hormone release.

    Insulin Secretion

    • Stimulated by: glucose, amino acids, GI hormones.
    • Factors inhibiting insulin secretion: glucagon, somatostatin, and catecholamines.
    • Mechanism of insulin release: glucose entering the beta cells leads to increased ATP, closing K+ channels and depolarization, stimulating Ca2+ entry, initiating exocytosis of insulin storage granules.
    • Insulin is important in allowing glucose uptake and use, inhibiting glucose production, stimulating protein synthesis, and promoting lipid synthesis.

    General Insulin Action at Target Receptors

    • Insulin binds to receptor subunits leading to cellular responses.
    • The insulin receptor is a combination of 4 subunits
    • Insulin regulates carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism
    • GLUT4 translocation to cell membrane ↑ glucose uptake
    • GLUT2 is critical in beta cells and the liver.

    Factors Affecting Insulin Secretion

    • Elevated blood glucose, amino acids, and free fatty acids stimulate insulin secretion
    • Decreased blood glucose, fasting, somatostatin, and alpha-adrenergic activity inhibit insulin secretion

    Diabetes Mellitus (DM)

    • A syndrome of impaired carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism due to either lack of insulin secretion or decreased tissue sensitivity to insulin.
    • Two general types:
      • Type 1: Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM), caused by lack of insulin secretion
      • Type 2: Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM), caused by reduced sensitivity of target tissues to insulin

    Gland Hypersecretions and Hyposecretions

    Gland Hypersecretion Hyposecretion
    ACTH Adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing's disease Secondary adrenocortical insufficiency
    GH Acromegaly, gigantism Dwarfism
    TSH Secondary hyperthyroidism Secondary hypothyroidism
    PRL Hyperprolactinemia Hypoprolactinemia
    ADH Syndrome of inappropriate ADH (SIADH) Diabetes insipidus
    Testosterone Hyperandrogenism, weight gain Erectile dysfunction
    Insulin Hyperinsulinemia Hypoinsulinemia, diabetes mellitus

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