A&P II QUIZ 16 Flashcards
1
Q
Which endocrine gland secretes OXYTOCIN?
A
POSTERIOR Pituitary
2
Q
What is the nickname for the ANTERIOR Pituitary gland?
A
Adenohypophysis
3
Q
What neuronal parts connect the hypothalamus to the POSTERIOR Pituitary?
A
Axons
4
Q
What is the INSERTION of Pronator Quadratus?
A
The RADIUS
5
Q
Which hormone helps to retain water?
A
ADH - Anti-diuretic hormone
6
Q
Which endocrine gland secretes TSH?
A
ANTERIOR Pituitary
7
Q
What does the ACTH do?
A
It STIMULATES the adrenal cortex
8
Q
What hormones are secreted by the HYPOTHALAMUS?
A
REGULATING hormones
9
Q
What does HGH increase levels of?
A
Blood glucose
10
Q
Which of the endocrine glands are independent of the pituitary (don’t need to be told what to do)
A
The PANCREAS
