Endocrine System

Which gland produces insulin?

• Thyroid gland

• Pituitary gland

• Pancreas

• Adrenal gland

What is the primary function of insulin?

• Raise blood glucose

• Lower blood glucose

• Stimulate cortisol release

• Increase heart rate

Which hormone raises blood glucose levels during fasting?

• Insulin

• Glucagon

• Cortisol

• Thyroxine

Glucagon acts mainly on which organ?

• Kidneys

• Liver

• Heart

• Lungs

Cortisol is secreted by which gland?

• Thyroid gland

• Adrenal gland

• Pancreas

• Pituitary gland

Which of the following is a major role of cortisol?

• Stimulates ovulation

• Regulates metabolism and stress response

• Produces insulin

• Controls calcium levels

Which gland is known as the master gland?

• Thyroid gland

• Pituitary gland

• Adrenal gland

• Pancreas

Where is the thyroid gland located?

• In the brain

• In the neck

• Above the kidneys

• Behind the stomach

Which gland sits on top of the kidneys?

• Pancreas

• Adrenal gland

• Pituitary gland

• Thyroid gland

Which gland produces both insulin and glucagon?

• Adrenal gland

• Pancreas

• Thyroid gland

• Pituitary gland