Endocrine System

The endocrine system is a ductless system.

• True
• False

Hyperparathyroidism results in hypercalcemia, which leads to renal calculi.

• True
• False

Which endocrine gland is also an exocrine gland?

• A. Ovary
• B. Pancreas
• C. Pituitary
• D. Thymus

The parathyroid glands are located nearest to what structure?

• A. Kidneys
• B. Larynx
• C. Liver
• D. Pinna

What best describes the composition of a hormone?

• A. A chemical substance produced by a gland
• B. A complex carbohydrate that aids metabolism
• C. A nutrient that functions in a physical process
• D. Any chemical substance in the body

Why is the pituitary the “master gland”?

• A. All hormones start as immature pituitary hormones
• B. Its hormones affect other glands
• C. Its hormones can replicate the actions of other hormones
• D. Its hormones control reproduction

If your body produced too much thyrotropin, you would have an:

• A. overactive thymus gland.
• B. overactive thyroid gland.
• C. underactive thymus gland.
• D. underactive thyroid gland.

What diagnostic procedure might reveal a pituitary tumor?

• A. CT scan of the head
• B. Cranial x-ray
• C. Encephalogram
• D. Lumbar puncture

A teenage athlete might want to grow bigger and taller. What pituitary hormone might the teenager unwisely take?

• A. ACTH
• B. FSH
• C. PRL
• D. GH

Lara is frightened and can feel her heart start to pound. What hormone is causing her reaction?

• A. Epinephrine
• B. Glucagon
• C. Progesterone
• D. Thyrotropin