Exam 33: The Endocrine System

The four small glands embedded into the posterior surface of the thyroid gland are the _______ glands.

-Letter I on the figure identifies the ________.

-Letter F on the figure indicates the ________.

The _______ stimulates the thyroid gland to release its hormones.

The hormone atrial natriuretic peptide is released by which organ?

-Letter G on the figure shows the ________.

Which hormone stimulates the body to retain sodium and water and is important for maintaining blood pressure?

Which hormone increases energy production by cells, stimulates protein synthesis, and speeds up the repair of damaged tissues?

A severe type of hypothyroidism that is most common in females over age 50 is ________.

________ disease is a condition in which the adrenal glands fail to produce enough corticosteroids.

-The gland at letter B on the figure is the ________. B.

The ________ gland is a small gland located between the cerebral hemispheres that secretes a hormone called melatonin.

The ____ secretes a hormone called erythropoietin, which stimulates blood cell production.

Prolonged stress causes the release of the hormone ________.

The body's physiologic response to stress consists of a group of reactions called the general _______, which is primarily caused by the release of hormones.

Which gland or organ has cells that release glucagon?

Which of the following hormone categories requires G-protein to activate enzymes inside a cell?

The ________ hormone (ADH) stimulates the kidneys to conserve water by decreasing urine output and assists in the maintenance of blood pressure.

A high glucose level due to the inadequate secretion of insulin is ____.

Which hormone, released by the heart, regulates blood pressure?