Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland
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Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland

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What is a critical component for thyroid hormone synthesis?

  • Glucagon
  • Catecholamines
  • Thyroglobulin
  • Iodine (I) from food (correct)

    • What is the term for the constellation of defects resulting from untreated neonatal hypothyroidism?

  • Thyroiditis
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Cretinism (correct)
  • Hyperthyroidism

    • What is a symptom of Hyperthyroidism?

  • Fatigue
  • Weight gain
  • Losing weight without trying (correct)
  • Decreased heart rate

    • What is the function of Somatostatin (SS) in the regulation of GH secretion?

    <p>Inhibits GH secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of Growth Hormone (GH) on lipid metabolism?

    <p>Increases lipid breakdown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of Thyroid Hormones on basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

    <p>Increases BMR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the body?

    <p>Increase in water absorption by the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of a lack of iodine on the thyroid gland?

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

    Which hormone is responsible for regulating the production of glucocorticoids?

    <p>Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate percentage of T4 that is bound to serum proteins?

    <p>99.98%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) in the body?

    <p>Stimulation of the gonads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the posterior pituitary?

    <p>Storage and release of hormones produced by the hypothalamus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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