Endocrine

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the function of the endocrine system?

• It secretes hormones into the bloodstream to regulate body functions.

• It produces digestive enzymes to break down food.

• It transports oxygen throughout the body.

• It protects the body from pathogens.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key difference between the nervous system and the endocrine system?

• The nervous system produces longer-lasting effects than the endocrine system.

• The endocrine system produces fast, short-lived responses.

• The nervous system produces fast, short-lived responses, while the endocrine system produces slower but longer-lasting effects.

• The endocrine system does not regulate metabolism.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are chemical types of hormones?

• Proteins

• Peptides/Amines

• Steroids

• Carbohydrates

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The gland that controls the pituitary gland is the

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Multiple Choice

Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the thyroid to secrete thyroxine?

• ACTH

• FSH

• TSH

• GH

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The hormone that acts on kidneys to conserve water is called

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Multiple Choice

Which hormone is responsible for uterine contractions and milk let-down?

• Oxytocin

• ADH (Vasopressin)

• Thyroxine (T4)

• Calcitonin

Multiple Choice

Which hormone lowers blood calcium by inhibiting bone resorption?

• Calcitonin

• Parathormone (PTH)

• Insulin

• Cortisol

Multiple Choice

What is the main function of parathormone (PTH) produced by the parathyroid gland?

• Increases blood calcium by bone resorption and intestinal absorption

• Lowers blood calcium by inhibiting bone resorption

• Regulates metabolism and growth

• Balances insulin and glucagon

Multiple Select

Which of the following hormones are produced by the pancreas?

• Insulin

• Glucagon

• Somatostatin

• Cortisol

Multiple Choice

Which hormones are secreted by the adrenal medulla and what are their primary functions?

• Adrenaline and Noradrenaline; fight/flight response, heart rate, vasoconstriction

• Insulin and Glucagon; blood sugar regulation

• Oestrogen and Progesterone; reproductive tract preparation

• Testosterone and ICSH; sperm production

Multiple Choice

Which hormone is responsible for male secondary sex characteristics and sperm production, and where is it produced?

• Testosterone; Testes

• Oestrogen; Ovaries

• Adrenaline; Adrenal Medulla

• Renin; Kidneys

Multiple Select

Which of the following hormones are produced by the kidneys?

• Erythropoietin

• Renin

• Gastrin

• Secretin

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Fill in the blank: The hormone that stimulates RBC production is called

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Multiple Choice

What is the main function of the endocrine system?

• To secrete hormones and maintain homeostasis

• To digest food

• To transport oxygen

• To produce red blood cells