Exam 19: Endocrine Glands

The neurohypophysis is another name for the anterior pituitary.

Men do not produce oxytocin.

The principal action of thyrotropin-releasing hormone is stimulating the:

The adrenal medulla functions as postganglionic sympathetic neurons.They are even stimulated by preganglionic sympathetic neurons.

Match each hormone with its corresponding description. -stimulates the release of glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids

PTH increases calcium absorption in the intestines by activating vitamin D.

Because growth hormone is always needed in the body to maintain muscle mass,it is released at a constant rate by the pituitary gland.

The renin-angiotensin mechanism is a negative feedback mechanism that helps maintain homeostasis of blood calcium levels.

The major mineralocorticoid is aldosterone.

Thyroid hormone stimulates growth and tissue differentiation.

The structure in the body that provides the "mind-body" link is the:

A major function of the pineal gland is the development of the lymphatic system.

Mineralocorticoids are released from which part of the adrenal gland?

Match each hormone with its corresponding description. -stimulates development of ovarian follicle

The tissue of the pancreas is made up of both endocrine and exocrine tissues.

Psychosomatic relationships between human body systems and the brain have been proven not to exist.

The adenohypophysis is divided into two parts,the pars anterior and the pars posterior.

Match each hormone with its corresponding description. -causes muscle contraction of the uterus

High blood levels of ADH would be found in someone who has:

The type of cells that secrete ACTH are: