Endocrine System

What is another name for the pituitary gland?

• Hypophysis
• Thalamus
• Hypothalamus
• Adenohypophysis

Which is an element is needed to synthesize thyroxine?

• Iodine
• Iron
• Calcium
• Glucose

Which is a hormone secreted by the ovary and adrenal cortex?

• Estrogen
• Androgen
• Follicle-stimulating hormone
• Oxytocin

What is the term for excessive development of mammary tissue in a male?

• Gynecomastia
• Hypernatremia
• Homeostasis
• Galactorrhea

Which of the following is associated with neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy?

• Secondary complications of diabetes mellitus
• Panhypopituitarism
• Hypergonadism
• Deficient ADH secretion

The hormone that maintains the body’s water balance by promoting increased water reabsorption by the kidneys is the antidiuretic hormone known as:

• Vasopressin
• Parathormone
• Serotonin
• Melanin

The medical term for excessive thirst is:

• Polydipsia
• Polycythemia
• Polyphagia
• Polyuria

The medical term for excessive increase in urine production is:

• Polyuria
• Polycythemia
• Polyphagia
• Polydipsia

The medical term for an excessive amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood is:

• Hyperglycemia
• Hyperkalemia
• Hypernatremia
• Hyperthyroidism

Which role does this hormone play in the body?Epinephrine

• Sympathomimetic; elevates heart rate, blood pressure
• Promotes growth and maintenance of male sex
• Stimulates water reabsorption by kidney tubules
• Increase metabolism in body cells