Steroid Hormone Mechanism of Action
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Steroid Hormone Mechanism of Action

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What is the primary function of Growth hormone in the human body?

  • Stimulation of growth during infancy and puberty (correct)
  • Production of thyroxin in the liver
  • Regulation of lactation
  • Signal to the kidney to conserve more water

    • Which of the following hormones is involved in childbirth and lactation?

  • Oxytocin (correct)
  • Antidiuretic hormone
  • Prolactin
  • Growth hormone

    • What is the role of Somatostatin in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?

  • Regulation of thyroid hormone production
  • Stimulation of growth hormone release
  • Stimulation of prolactin release
  • Inhibition of growth hormone release (correct)

    • What is the primary mechanism of action of negative feedback systems?

    <p>Inhibition of hormone production when concentration is high</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones is involved in the regulation of water conservation in the kidney?

    <p>Antidiuretic hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the hypothalamus in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?

    <p>Regulation of hormone production through negative feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a positive feedback system?

    <p>Childbirth and lactation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Prolactin inhibitor factor (PIF) in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?

    <p>Inhibition of prolactin release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the blood level of a hormone and its rate of synthesis and secretion?

    <p>Reciprocal relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?

    <p>Regulation of hormone production</p> Signup and view all the answers

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