18 Questions
What is the primary function of glucagon in the body?
To increase blood glucose levels
Which hormone is secreted in response to high blood glucose levels?
Insulin
What is the term for the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment?
Homeostasis
Which of the following is NOT a function of nor-adrenaline?
Vasodilatation of peripheral blood vessels
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
To decrease blood glucose levels
What is the name of the clusters of cells in the pancreas that produce hormones?
Islets of Langerhans
What happens to the release of glucagon when blood glucose levels rise?
It decreases
What is the term for an abnormal growth condition caused by an excess of growth hormone during childhood?
Gigantism
Which of the following is NOT a response to the fight or flight situation?
Increased immune response
What is the term for the regulation of a stable internal environment in the body?
Homeostasis
Which gland is responsible for regulating growth and development?
Pituitary gland
What is the name of the condition characterized by an enlarged thyroid gland?
Goitre
What is the primary function of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)?
To stimulate growth and activity of the thyroid gland
What is the primary function of Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)?
To stimulate the release of steroid hormones from the adrenal cortex
What is the primary function of Prolactin (PRL)?
To stimulate lactation in females
What is the primary function of Gonadotrophin?
To stimulate the release of sex hormones from the gonads
What is the primary function of Oxytocin?
To stimulate uterine contractions during labor
What is the primary function of Anti-Diuretic Hormone (ADH)?
To regulate water reabsorption in the kidneys
This quiz covers the functions of nor-adrenaline on the body and the physiology of pancreatic islets, including the cells and hormones involved. Test your knowledge of the effects of nor-adrenaline on heart rate, blood pressure, and metabolism, as well as the structure and function of the Islets of Langerhans.
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