18 Questions
Which zone of the adrenal cortex produces mineralocorticoids like Aldosterone?
Zona glomerulosa
What is the primary function of glucocorticoids produced in the adrenal cortex?
Regulates carbohydrate metabolism
Which adrenal cortex zone is responsible for producing androgens or sex steroids?
Zona reticularis
In the adrenal gland, what is the main function of the cells in the pancreatic islets?
Secrete hormones like insulin and glucagon
Which cells in the pancreatic islets are responsible for producing insulin?
β-cells or B Cells
What is the function of ADH (antidiuretic hormone) produced by the supraoptic nucleus?
Increase permeability of renal tubules to water
What is the main function of mineralocorticoids like Aldosterone produced by the adrenal cortex?
Regulates electrolytes
Which hormone is produced by the paraventricular nucleus and stimulates uterine smooth muscle contractions during childbirth?
Oxytocin
Where are both ADH and Oxytocin stored before their release?
Herring bodies
What is the role of Oxytocin in the body?
Stimulate mammary gland cells
Where do ADH and Oxytocin temporarily accumulate before their release?
Axons of the hypothalamic-hypophyseal tract
What is the main stimulus for the production of ADH?
Increased blood tonicity
Which part of the adrenal gland arises from the neural crest?
Adrenal medulla
What are the general staining properties of acidophils in the pituitary gland?
Pink to red
Which hormone is primarily produced by Thyrotrophs?
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
What is the function of Glucocorticoids produced by the adrenal cortex?
Regulate blood sugar levels
Which adrenal gland zone produces mineralocorticoids?
Zona glomerulosa
What is the color of basophils in the pituitary gland when stained?
Purple to violet
Test your knowledge on the different zones of the adrenal cortex and the hormones they produce. Learn about Zona glomerulosa, Zona fasciculata, and Zona reticularis along with the functions and characteristics of the hormones Aldosterone, Cortisol, and Androgens.
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