GnRH Release Pathway Quiz

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Why does GnRH go to the hypophysial portal system instead of being released to the general circulation?

  • To avoid degradation by liver enzymes (correct)
  • To regulate the immune response
  • To increase its half-life in the bloodstream
  • To directly target the adrenal glands

What is the primary function of the hypophysial portal system in relation to GnRH?

  • Regulate GnRH secretion based on stress levels
  • Act as a storage reservoir for excess GnRH
  • Facilitate direct communication between the hypothalamus and anterior pituitary (correct)
  • Convert GnRH into a more potent hormone

What role does the liver play in the pathway of GnRH through the hypophysial portal system?

  • Converts GnRH into a more stable form
  • Enhances the effectiveness of GnRH on the adrenal glands
  • Metabolizes and degrades GnRH before it reaches the general circulation (correct)
  • Stimulates the release of GnRH from the hypothalamus

How does GnRH transport through the hypophysial portal system impact its bioavailability?

<p>Increases bioavailability by protecting it from rapid clearance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the pathway of GnRH from other hormones that are released directly into general circulation?

<p>GnRH requires protection from liver enzymes due to its susceptibility to degradation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the suprachiasmatic nucleus?

<p>Regulating circadian rhythms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the eye provides direct input to the suprachiasmatic nucleus?

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

What is the significance of the term 'circadian' in circadian rhythms?

<p>It refers to the duration of one day (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a circadian rhythm?

<p>Menstrual cycle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the suprachiasmatic nucleus in relation to the optic chiasma?

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

What can be inferred about the effect in humans from the given information?

<p>The effect is present in humans, but less noticeable than in animals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the given information, where is the described effect more prominent and noticeable?

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Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true?

<p>The effect is more prominent in animals compared to humans (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be inferred about the nature of the effect described?

<p>The nature of the effect cannot be determined from the given information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be concluded about the degree of the effect in different organisms based on the information provided?

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Where do fibers from the hippocampus reach the mammillary body through?

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Which structure receives fibers from the mammillary body via the mamillothalamic tract?

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Through which tract does the mammillary body provide fibers to the thalamus?

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What is the main pathway through which the mammillary body communicates with the thalamus?

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Which neural structure does NOT have a direct connection to the mammillary body?

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Which brain region is responsible for producing sham rage behavior in animal experiments?

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

What type of aggressive behaviors are exhibited during sham rage in animal experiments?

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What is the term used to describe the aggressive behavior elicited by stimulation of the dorsomedial hypothalamus in animal experiments?

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What is the primary purpose of the dorsomedial hypothalamus in regulating aggressive behavior?

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What is the primary physiological mechanism by which the dorsomedial hypothalamus regulates aggressive behavior?

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