Endocrine System Mastery Quiz

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

• Insulin

• Adrenaline

• Estrogen

• Thyroxine

The pituitary gland is often referred to as:

• The master gland

• The adrenal gland

• The thyroid gland

• The pancreas

Which of the following is NOT an endocrine gland?

• Thyroid

• Pancreas

• Salivary gland

• Adrenal

What type of feedback mechanism primarily controls hormone levels in the endocrine system?

• Positive feedback

• Negative feedback

• Neutral feedback

• Direct feedback

Cortisol is released from which gland?

• Thyroid gland

• Adrenal gland

• Pituitary gland

• Pancreas

Which hormone is responsible for the fight or flight response?

• Insulin

• Adrenaline

• Cortisol

• Oxytocin

What is the main function of the hormone thyroxine?

• Regulate metabolism

• Control blood sugar levels

• Regulate calcium levels in the blood

• Stimulate red blood cell production

Which gland produces the hormone responsible for regulating the body's salt and water balance?

• Thyroid gland

• Adrenal gland

• Pituitary gland

• Pancreas

Growth hormone (GH) is secreted by which gland?

• Thyroid gland

• Adrenal gland

• Pituitary gland

• Pancreas

Which hormone helps to regulate the sleep-wake cycle?

• Melatonin

• Insulin

• Adrenaline

• Cortisol