Pancreas Anatomy and Function Quiz
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Pancreas Anatomy and Function Quiz

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Which type of hormones act on plasma membrane receptors?

  • Lipid-soluble hormones
  • Water-soluble hormones (correct)
  • Thyroid hormones
  • Steroid hormones

    • What is the mechanism of action for lipid-soluble hormones like steroids?

  • Act on plasma membrane receptors
  • Act on intracellular receptors to directly activate genes (correct)
  • Act through G protein second messengers
  • Cannot enter the cell

    • Which function is NOT associated with hormones?

  • Mitosis
  • Secretion
  • Memory formation (correct)
  • Synthesis of materials

    • What type of feedback system regulates hormone levels to maintain balance?

    <p>Negative feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones can enter the cell?

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

    What is the target location of water-soluble hormones' action?

    <p>Plasma membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland stores and releases hormones made by the Hypothalamus?

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

    What is the function of Oxytocin?

    <p>Contracting the uterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for keeping water in the body?

    <p>Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of having high levels of T4 due to hyperthyroidism?

    <p>Hair loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does TRH (Thyrotropin Releasing Hormone) target?

    <p>Thyroid Gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of hypothyroidism?

    <p>Hair loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of hormones in the endocrine system?

    <p>Regulate metabolism and growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of stimulation triggers the production of insulin by the pancreas?

    <p>Humoral stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of hormone receptors in the body?

    <p>Provide a place for hormones to fit and have an effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland is responsible for producing hormones that stimulate other endocrine glands?

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

    What is the relationship between hypothalamic hormones and pituitary gland function?

    <p>Hypothalamic hormones regulate the functions of the pituitary gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological process is NOT directly influenced by hormones?

    <p>Muscle contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of diabetes is characterized by hyposecretion of insulin?

    <p>Type 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of insulin in the body?

    <p>Enhances membrane transport of glucose into fat and muscle cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is secreted by adrenal cortical hormones in response to stressors?

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

    What is the function of glucagon in the body?

    <p>Low blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland secretes melatonin and affects day/night cycles?

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

    Which hormone prepares the body for pregnancy?

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

    Which hormone is responsible for stimulating osteoclasts to breakdown bone to release calcium into the blood?

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

    What is the main metabolic effect of cortisol?

    <p>Increased blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adrenal gland hormone primarily targets the kidneys to retain sodium and water, while increasing potassium excretion?

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

    Which hormone is responsible for inducing gluconeogenesis in the liver?

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

    What is the primary effect of adrenal gland catecholamines on blood vessels?

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

    Which hormone is responsible for increasing blood pressure by promoting sodium retention and indirectly water retention?

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

    What is the consequence of Congenital Hypothyroidism if not promptly treated?

    <p>Developmental issues and cognitive impairments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells in the thyroid gland produce calcitonin?

    <p>Parafollicular cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of calcitonin?

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

    What stimulates the production of calcitonin in the thyroid gland?

    <p>High levels of calcium in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a person has a congenital hypothyroid condition, what therapy is typically needed for treatment?

    <p>Thyroid hormone replacement therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of colloid in the thyroid gland?

    <p>Synthesize thyroid hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are parafollicular cells located in relation to thyroid follicles?

    <p>Between or near the follicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by insufficient production of thyroid hormones at birth?

    <p>Congenital Hypothyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential consequence if Congenital Hypothyroidism is left untreated?

    <p>Developmental issues and cognitive impairments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component in the colloid is important for thyroid hormone synthesis?

    <p>Iodine atoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the nervous system and the endocrine system in terms of duration of effects?

    <p>The nervous system takes longer to have an effect, but the effect lasts for a shorter period compared to the endocrine system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of stimulation is triggered by blood levels and exemplified by the production of insulin in the pancreas?

    <p>Humoral stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the endocrine system, what is required in order for a hormone to have an effect on a particular place in the body?

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

    Which component allows hydrophobic hormones to travel through the blood stream?

    <p>Binding proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Stimulating osteoblasts to build bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adrenal gland zone secretes mineralocorticoids that target the kidneys to retain sodium?

    <p>Zona Glomerulosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main metabolic effect of cortisol in the body?

    <p>Inducing gluconeogenesis in the liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone, when hypersecreted, leads to symptoms like moon face and weight gain?

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

    What is the primary function of adrenal gland catecholamines like epinephrine and norepinephrine?

    <p>Increasing blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates osteoclasts to break down bone for calcium release into the blood?

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

    Which adrenal gland zone secretes glucocorticoids that inhibit inflammation and depress the immune system?

    <p>Zona Fasciculata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main effect of mineralocorticoid aldosterone on the kidneys?

    <p>Promoting sodium retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone prepares the body for stressful situations by increasing heart rate and blood glucose levels?

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

    What is the purpose of glucocorticoids like cortisol in the body?

    <p>Inhibiting inflammation and suppressing immune function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does aldosterone have on potassium levels in the body?

    <p>Increases potassium excretion by the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the Thyroid to produce more hormones?

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

    What is the condition characterized by an underactive thyroid gland?

    <p>Hashimoto's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hormone that targets the Adrenal Cortex to produce its own hormones?

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

    Which hormone is known as the 'pleasure hormone' and is responsible for stimulating milk release from mammary glands?

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

    What disorder is characterized by excessive T4 production due to the thyroid working too much?

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

    Which hormone stimulates bones and muscles to undergo mitosis?

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

    Which hormone is involved in water retention in the kidneys?

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

    Study Notes

    Hormone Types and Mechanisms

    • Peptide and protein hormones act on plasma membrane receptors.
    • Lipid-soluble hormones like steroids act by binding to intracellular receptors, which then act as transcription factors.

    Hormone Regulation and Feedback

    • Negative feedback systems regulate hormone levels to maintain balance.
    • Hypothalamic hormones stimulate or inhibit the pituitary gland, which in turn regulates other endocrine glands.

    Hormone Functions and Glands

    • Oxytocin stimulates milk release from mammary glands and uterine contractions.
    • Vasopressin (ADH) keeps water in the body by regulating water reabsorption in the kidneys.
    • Hypothalamus stores and releases hormones that regulate other endocrine glands.
    • Pineal gland secretes melatonin, affecting day/night cycles.
    • Insulin stimulates glucose uptake in cells, lowering blood glucose levels.

    Thyroid Hormones

    • T4 (thyroxine) and T3 (triiodothyronine) regulate metabolism.
    • Hyperthyroidism (high T4 levels) can cause weight loss, anxiety, and tremors.
    • Hypothyroidism (low T4 levels) can cause fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance.
    • Calcitonin, produced by thyroid gland cells, lowers blood calcium levels by inhibiting bone resorption.

    Adrenal Gland Hormones

    • Cortisol, a glucocorticoid, stimulates gluconeogenesis, suppressing the immune system and aiding in stress response.
    • Mineralocorticoids (aldosterone) target the kidneys to retain sodium and water, increasing potassium excretion.
    • Catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinephrine) stimulate the "fight or flight" response, increasing heart rate and blood glucose levels.

    Parathyroid Hormone and Calcium Regulation

    • Parathyroid hormone (PTH) regulates calcium levels by stimulating bone resorption and calcium reabsorption in the kidneys.

    Endocrine System Characteristics

    • Hormones have a slower and more sustained effect compared to the nervous system.
    • Hormones require a specific receptor on target cells to have an effect.
    • Lipid-soluble hormones can travel through the bloodstream bound to proteins.

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