Endocrine System and Hormones Quiz

Which gland is responsible for secreting melatonin to regulate circadian rhythm?

• Hypothalamus

• Pineal gland

• Adrenal gland

• Thyroid

Which hormone is responsible for promoting growth?

• Follicle stimulating hormone

• Prolactin

• Thyroid-stimulating hormone

• Growth hormone

What is the function of insulin?

• Stimulate the making of T cells

• Promote uterine lining growth

• Tell body cells to take in glucose

• Raise blood glucose level

Which hormone is responsible for increasing blood glucose levels and playing major roles with stress and inflammation?

• Aldosterone

• Cortisol

• Melatonin

• Thyroxine

What is the function of parathyroid hormone (PTH)?

• Lower blood calcium levels

• Raise blood calcium levels

• Promote growth

• Stimulate the making of T cells

Which gland is responsible for secreting oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?

• Adrenal gland

• Thyroid

• Hypothalamus

• Pituitary gland

What is the function of androgens?

• Help with making sperm cells and development of male secondary sex characteristics

• Stimulate the making of T cells

• Promote producing milk from mammary glands

• Promote uterine lining growth

What is the role of the thymus as an endocrine gland?

• Regulate circadian rhythm

• Raise blood glucose levels

• Promote growth

• Impact immune system function