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Endocrinology Concepts Quiz

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What is the main focus of this section on endocrinology?

Introducing general concepts of endocrinology (correct)

Analyzing the function of plasma proteins

Exploring the structure of endocrine glands

Discussing specific endocrine disorders

How do some hormones travel through the bloodstream?

By binding to plasma proteins (correct)

By binding to nerve cells

By binding to red blood cells

By binding to water molecules

Which of the following are examples of hormones that bind to hormone-specific binding proteins?

Testosterone and estrogen (correct)

Insulin and cortisol

Adrenaline and noradrenaline

Thyroid hormones and melatonin

What can alterations in normal function lead to in the endocrine system?

Endocrine disorders Signup and view all the answers

Why are some hormones lipid-soluble?

To travel through the bloodstream without binding to proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of binding proteins in relation to hormones?

To stabilize the hormone concentration in the bloodstream Signup and view all the answers

When are hormones available to bind to their receptors and act on target cells?

Only when unbound and not in the bound form Signup and view all the answers

Where are receptors for water-soluble hormones typically located?

On the plasma membrane Signup and view all the answers

How are lipid-soluble hormones different from water-soluble hormones in terms of receptor location?

Lipid-soluble hormones have receptors on the plasma membrane or within the cell Signup and view all the answers

What is a common classification for endocrine disorders based on their source?

Hypersecretory or hypo secretory Signup and view all the answers