Endocrine vs. Exocrine Glands Quiz
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What is the main function of the parathyroid gland?

  • Produce triiodothyronine
  • Produce calcitonin
  • Produce thyroxine
  • Produce parathyroid hormone (PTH) (correct)

    • Which hormone is primarily produced by the thyroid gland?

  • T4 (thyroxine) (correct)
  • PTH
  • Insulin
  • Adrenaline

    • What physiological function is affected by both parathyroid hormone (PTH) and thyroxine (T4) in the body?

  • Bone formation
  • Cardiac function (correct)
  • Thyroid regulation
  • Blood clotting

    • Excess secretion of which hormone leads to increased body heat production?

    <p>Thyroxine (T4)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of parathyroid hormone (PTH) in the body?

    <p>Increase blood calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland is responsible for maintaining appropriate levels of calcium in the blood?

    <p>Parathyroid gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the effects of too much thyroxine in the body?

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

    In terms of metabolism, what is the primary effect of thyroxine (T4)?

    <p>Increase carbohydrate metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland is located at the back of the thyroid gland?

    <p>Parathyroid gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is secreted in response to low blood calcium levels?

    <p>Parathyroid hormone (PTH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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