Description : All the following statements about TSH are true except (A) It is a tropic hormone (B) It acts on para-follicular cells of thyroid glands (C) Its receptors are membrane-bound (D) Its second messenger is cyclic AMP
Last Answer : Answer : B
Description : Calcitonin is synthesised in (A) Parathyroid glands (B) Thyroid gland (C) Pars intermedia of pituitary (D) Adrenal cortex
Description : Which one of the Endocrine glands is known as master gland? (1) Pituitary (2) Adrenal (3) Thyroid (4) Parathyroid
Last Answer : (1) Pituitary Explanation: The pituitary is sometimes referred to as the "master gland" as it controls hormone functions such as our temperature, thyroid activity, growth during childhood, ... functions as our thermostat that controls all other glands that are responsible for hormone secretion.
Last Answer : Pituitary
Description : What is the function of parathyroid hormone (PTH)? -Biology
Last Answer : answer:
Description : Select the option which correctly matches the endocrine gland with its hormone and its function. Endocrine Hormone Function gland (a) Placenta Estrogen Initiates secretion of the milk (b) Corpus ... of sperms (d) Ovary FSH Stimulates follicular development and the secretion of estrogens
Last Answer : (c) Leydig’s Androgen Initiates the cells production of sperms
Description : Calcitomica is antagonist to (A) Serotonin (B) Thyroxine (C) Tri iodo thyronine (D) Para thyroid hormone
Last Answer : Answer : D
Description : Which one of the following glands in the human body stores iodine? (1) Parathyroid (2) Thyroid (3) Pituitary (4) Adrenal
Last Answer : (2) Thyroid Explanation: Iodine is mostly concentrated in thyroid gland. A healthy adult body contains 15- 20 mg of iodine, 7080% of which is stored in the thyroid gland
Description : A person is having problems with calcium and phosphorus metabolism in his body. Which one of the following glands may not be functioning properly? (a) Parotid (b) Pancreas (c) Thyroid (d) Parathyroid
Last Answer : (d) Parathyroid
Description : Which is NOT a correct consequence of surgical removal of portions of these glands? A) adrenal cortex--bronzing of skin, no glucose at stress, dehydration and death B) thymus--decrease ... change in secondary sex characteristics E) adult thyroid--low pulse rate and body temperature and lethargy
Last Answer : B) thymus--decrease in sex drive and changes in secondary sexual characteristics
Description : Which amongst the following is largest endocrine gland in the body? (1) Thyroid (2) Parathyroid (3) Adrenal (4) Pituitary
Last Answer : (1) Thyroid Explanation: Endocrine glands are glands of the endocrine system that, secrete their products, hormones, directly into the blood rather than through a duct. The main endocrine glands include ... neck, below the thyroid cartilage (which forms the laryngeal prominence, or "Adam's apple").
Description : Weakened bones can result from an over-secretion of the A) thyroid gland. B) adrenal gland. C) pancreas. D) parathyroid gland. E) pituitary.
Last Answer : D) parathyroid gland.
Description : The controlling or master gland(s) of the body is(are) the A) adrenal medulla and cortex. B) testes and ovaries. C) hypothalamus and anterior pituitary. D) pancreas. E) thyroid and parathyroid.
Last Answer : C) hypothalamus and anterior pituitary.
Description : Which amongst the following is largest endocrine gland in the body ? (1) Thyroid (2) Parathyroid (3) Adrenal (4) Pituitary
Last Answer : Thyroid
Description : Prostaglandins are liberated in the circulation by the stimulation of (A) Anterior pituitary glands (B) Posterior pituitary glands (C) Adrenal gland (D) Thyroid gland
Last Answer : Answer : C
Description : Where are parathyroid glands located? Mention the hormone secreted. Mention the disorder caused due to its under secretion and over secretion. State its function.
Last Answer : Parathyroid glands are embedded in the tissues of thyroid gland. Parathyroid gland secreted a hormone called parathormone. The function of parathormone is to control the amount of calcium salts in ... cramps. Over secretion of parathormone removes calcium from the bones making them soft and spongy.
Description : Calcitonin: a. is a steroid hormone b. is produced by the parafollicular cells within the thyroid glands c. is increased in the presence of hypercalcaemia d. inhibits osteoclast activit
Last Answer : inhibits osteoclast activit
Description : Androgens are synthesised in (A) Leydig cells in testes (B) Sertoli cells in testes (C) Seminiferous tubules (D) Prostate gland
Last Answer : Answer : A
Description : Given below is an incomplete table on hormones, their source glands and one major effect of each human body. Identify the option representing correct grouping of hormone its gland and ... hormone (b) Placenta Insulin Vasopressin (c) Ovary Insulin Calcitonin (d) Placenta Glucagon Calcitonin
Last Answer : (a) Ovary Glucagon Growth hormone
Description : Potassium metabolism is regulated by the hormone: (A) Aldosterone (B) PTH (C) Somatostatin (D) Estrogen
Description : The metabolism of sodium is regulated by the hormone: (A) Insulin (B) Aldosterone (C) PTH (D) Somatostatin
Description : Frogs differ from humans in possessing (a) paired cerebral hemispheres (b) hepatic portal system (c) nucleated red blood cells (d) thyroid as well as parathyroid
Last Answer : (c) nucleated red blood cells
Description : Which one of the following glands is responsible for secretion of sex hormones? (1) Adrenal gland (2) Thyroid gland (3) Pituitary gland (4) Sebaceous gland
Last Answer : (3) Pituitary gland Explanation: The pituitary is sometimes referred to as the "master gland" as it controls hormone functions such as our temperature, thyroid activity, growth during childhood, urine production, testosterone production in males and ovulation and estrogen production' in females.
Description : Out of the following glands which is referred to as the master gland? (1) Thyroid (2) Adrenal gland (3) Pituitary (4) Pancreas
Last Answer : (3) Pituitary Explanation: The pituitary gland is a peasized gland located at the base of the skull between the optic nerves. The pituitary gland secretes hormones. Hormones are ... childhood, urine production, testosterone production in males and ovulation and estrogen production in females.
Description : Which of the following glands has both an endocrine and an exocrine function? A) mammary gland B) pancreas C) pituitary D) adrenal gland E) thyroid gland
Last Answer : B) pancreas
Description : The adrenal glands A) are located near the thyroid gland. B) are located near the kidneys. C) are regulated by the posterior pituitary. D) are regulated by the pancreas. E) can be removed without ill effects.
Last Answer : B) are located near the kidneys.
Description : Which of the following is NOT an endocrine gland? A) pancreas B) adrenal glands C) salivary glands D) thyroid gland E) pituitary gland
Last Answer : C) salivary glands
Description : Which one of the following glands is responsible for secretion of sex hormones ? (1) Adrenal gland (2) Thyroid gland (3) Pituitary gland (4) Sebaceous gland
Last Answer : Pituitary gland
Description : After operative removal of the parathyroid glands resulting into hypoparathyroidism the concentration of the serum calcium may drop below (A) 11 mg (B) 10 mg (C) 9 mg (D) 7 mg
Description : Tetany can occur (A) In primary hyperparathyroidism (B) In secondary hyperparathyroidism (C) In idiopathic hypoparathyroidism (D) After accidental removal of parathyroid glands
Description : Which one of the following glands produces the growth hormone (somatotrophin)? (1) Adrenal (2) Pancreas (3) Pituitary (4) Thyroid
Last Answer : (3) Pituitary Explanation: Growth hormone is produced in the growth-stimulating somatotropic cells of the pituitary gland, which is located at the base of the brain.
Description : Follicular Thyroid Cancer
Last Answer : Follicular thyroid cancer is the second most common of all thyroid cancers. It comprises about 15% of all thy thyroid cancer cases. Considered more aggressive than the more common papillary ... also required to undergo hormone treatment to replace the natural hormones that the thyroid produce.
Description : All the following statements about proopiomelanocortin are true except (A) It is made up of 285 amino acids (B) It is synthesised in pars intermedia and anterior lobe of pituitary gland ... ) It is the precursor of corticotropin like intermediate lobe peptide and endorphins 218 MCQs IN BIOCHEMISTRY
Description : Melatonin is synthesised in (A) Hypothalamus (B) Posterior pituitary gland (C) Pineal gland (D) Melanocytes
Description : Which of the following hormones is NOT correctly matched with its description? A) thymosin--aids in production of T cells B) thyroxin--needed for growth and development in vertebrates ... by removing glucose into tissues E) epinephrine--released by the adrenal medulla under stressful conditions
Last Answer : D) cortisol--lowers blood glucose level by removing glucose into tissues E) epinephrine--released by the adrenal medulla under stressful conditions
Description : Identify the hormone with its correct matching of source and function. (a) Oxytocin - posterior pituitary, growth and maintenance of mammary glands. (b) Melatonin - pineal gland, regulates the ... sex organs. (d) Atrial natriuretic factor - ventricular wall, increases the blood pressure.
Last Answer : (b) Melatonin - pineal gland, regulates the normal rhythm of sleepwake cycle
Description : Which of the following is true of endocrine glands? A) endocrine glands are located very close to their target organs to be more effective. B) each endocrine gland only produces one hormone. C ... gland is independent and not affected by another endocrine gland. E) None of the choices are correct.
Last Answer : C) some endocrine glands have additional non-endocrine functions.
Last Answer : Thyroxine hormone is secreted from the thyroid
Description : Name the hormone which stimulates the synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones from the thyroid gland.
Last Answer : Name the hormone which stimulates the synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones from the thyroid gland.
Description : Where is thyroid gland located? Name the hormone secreted.
Last Answer : Thyroid gland is located close to the throat region, below the pharynx in front of the trachea. Thyroid gland secretes a hormone called thyroxin.
Description : Match the source gland with its respective hormone and function and select the correct option. Source Hormone Function gland (a) Anterior Oxytocin Contraction of uterus pituitary muscles during ... (c) Corpus Estrogen Supports pregnancy luteum (d) Thyroid Thyroxine Regulates blood calcium level
Last Answer : (b) Posterior Vasopressin Stimulates pituitary reabsorption of water in the distal tubules in the nephron
Description : Select the answer which correctly matches the endocrine gland with the hormone it secretes and its function/deficiency symptom. Endocrine Hormone Function/ gland Deficiency symptoms (a) ... child birth (d) Posterior Growth Oversecretion pituitary hormone stimulates (GH) abnormal growth
Last Answer : (a) Thyroid Thyroxine Lack of iodine gland in diet results in goitre
Description : A pregnant female delivers a baby who suffers from stunted growth, mental retardation, low intelligence quotient and abnormal skin. This is the result of (a) cancer of the thyroid gland (b) oversecretion of pars distalis (c) deficiency of iodine in diet (d) low secretion of growth hormone
Last Answer : (c) deficiency of iodine in diet
Description : The part of the brain controlling the anterior pituitary gland secretions is the A) medulla. B) thalamus. C) cerebral cortex. D) hypothalamus. E) cerebellum. Answer: D ... B) antidiuretic hormone C) gonadotropic hormones D) thyroid-stimulating hormone E) adrenocorticotropic hormone
Last Answer : B) thalamus.
Description : Which is an example of negative feedback? A) Nursing action stimulates the hypothalamus to release oxytocin that triggers mammary gland milk production. B) When the blood becomes dilute, ADH ... produce sperm or eggs. E) TRH stimulates the anterior pituitary to release thyroid-stimulating hormone.
Last Answer : B) When the blood becomes dilute, ADH is no longer released from the hypothalamus
Description : Select the hormone INCORRECTLY paired with its target. a) TSH - thyroid gland b) ACTH - anterior pituitary c) LH - ovary or testis d) MSH - melanocytes (pron: meh-lan-o-cite)
Last Answer : ANSWER: D -- MSH - MELANOCYTES
Description : Which of the following hormones are synthesized as prehormones (A) Vasopressin and oxytocin (B) Growth hormone and insulin (C) Insulin and parathyroid hormone (D) Insulin and Glucagon
Description : Whcih of the following hormone does not activate adenylate cyclase? (A) Epinephrine (B) Glucagon (C) Parathyroid hormone (D) Insulin
Description : Whcih of the following hormone is a peptide of less than ten amino acids? (A) Insulin (B) Growth hormone (C) Oxytocin (D) Parathyroid hormone 228 MCQs IN BIOCHEMISTRY