Exam 18: Principles of Endocrinology: the Central Endocrine Glands

Indicate which hormone is responsible for each action. a.Vasopressin b.Oxytocin c.TSH d.ACTH e.Growth hormone f.Hormone not listed above -Enhances H₂O retention by the kidneys

The ____________________ portal system carries hypophysiotropic hormones from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary.

Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to the endocrine system, the nervous system, or both by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: a.Endocrine system b.Nervous system c.Endocrine and nervous systems -Stores hormones for secretion

The thyroid hormone produces growth-promoting effects directly.

A hormone's effective plasma concentration can be influenced by

Which statement regarding endocrine glands is incorrect?

A tropic hormone acts primarily on non-endocrine tissues.

Diurnal rhythms are

Indicate which hormone is responsible for each action. a.Vasopressin b.Oxytocin c.TSH d.ACTH e.Growth hormone f.Hormone not listed above -Causes vasoconstriction of arterioles

Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to the endocrine system, the nervous system, or both by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: a.Endocrine system b.Nervous system c.Endocrine and nervous systems -Duration of action is brief (milliseconds)

All hormones are first formed as precursors, and then are pruned into active hormones.

Once synthesized, all hormones are stored within the endocrine cell until an appropriate signal arrives for their release.

Dopamine prevents the anterior pituitary gland from secreting prolactin.

Amines are

Each anterior pituitary hormone is controlled by a single hypophysiotropic hormone from the hypothalamus.

The effective plasma concentration of a hormone is normally regulated by appropriate adjustments in the hormone's rate of

The primary means of eliminating hormones and their metabolites from the blood is by ____________________.

Indicate which of the following features apply to the posterior and anterior pituitary using the following answer code: a.Posterior pituitary b.Anterior pituitary c.Posterior and anterior pituitary -Releases hormones into the general circulation

The ___________ secretes insulin and glucagon.

Males and females produce androgenic hormones.