11 Questions
What is the other name for vasopressin?
Antidiuretic hormone
Which hormone is released from the posterior pituitary and helps with milk production and bonding after childbirth?
Oxytocin
Which gland detects low calcium levels in the bloodstream and releases parathyroid hormone?
Parathyroid glands
What is the primary function of parathyroid hormone when calcium levels are low?
Upregulates osteoclast activity
Which area influences parasympathetic activities such as salivation and decreased heart rate?
Anterior hypothalamic area
Which hormone is also known as T4 and can be given to individuals with hypothyroidism?
Thyroxine
Which hormone travels in the bloodstream to the target tissue and is then transformed to the T3 form?
T4
Which organ produces pancreatic juice, insulin, and glucagon?
Pancreas
What is the primary function of erythropoietin?
Stimulating the formation of red blood cells
How does the kidney respond to a drop in blood pressure?
Releasing renin into the bloodstream
What is the role of renin in response to low sodium levels?
Activating the inactive compound angiotensin
Test your knowledge of hormones and their functions in the body with this quiz. Explore topics such as vasopressin, oxytocin, and their roles in regulating water uptake, milk production, and bonding. Identify key areas of release and regulation within the body.
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