20 Questions
What is the function of the endocrine system?
To secrete hormones for cell communication
How do hormones travel to their destination in the body?
Via the bloodstream
What is the primary difference between amino acid hormones and lipid hormones?
Amino acid hormones are water soluble, while lipid hormones are lipid soluble
What is the function of autocrine signaling?
It affects the same cell that secretes the chemical
What is the purpose of the paracrine system?
To affect other nearby cells
Which hormone travels to a hormone receptor in the cell to cause a change?
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
What is the most used second messenger in the endocrine system?
Cyclic adenosine phosphate (cAMP)
What happens if a certain amount of hormone or drug is floating in the blood?
Downregulation
Which hormone is commonly known as vasopressin?
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
Which gland is like the command center for the endocrine system?
Pituitary gland
Which gland releases a hormone that decreases blood calcium levels?
Thyroid gland
What is the main function of parathyroid hormone (PH)?
Increasing blood calcium levels
Which hormone is responsible for inhibiting the inflammatory response and increasing blood glucose levels?
Cortisol
Which organ is both endocrine and exocrine and produces insulin?
Pancreas
Which hormone is responsible for promoting pancreatic enzyme and bile production to aid digestion?
Cholecystokinin
What is the role of erythropoietin (EPO) produced by the kidneys?
Stimulates blood cell production in the bone marrow
Which hormone pathway begins with renin and leads to aldosterone production?
Angiotensin 2
What is the function of fibroblast growth factor 23 produced by the skeleton?
Inhibits calcitriol
Which tissue produces leptin, a hormone that regulates bone metabolism and appetite?
Adipose tissue
Which hormone's production decreases with aging, potentially contributing to osteoporosis?
Testosterone
Test your knowledge about the parathyroid gland, its main function of secreting parathyroid hormone, and its role in regulating blood calcium levels. Learn about the significance of parathyroid hormone and its antagonistic relationship with calcitonin.
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