HLTAAP001-The Endocrine System

Question 1

Function of the Pancreas

Answer 1

Regulates blood glucose levels.

Question 2

Where is the Thymus

Answer 2

In the chest, between the lungs and behind the sternum

Question 3

Function of the Adrenal Gland

Answer 3

Regulates salt and water in the blood assists body in coping with stress. They also produce hormones that help regulate your metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress and other essential functions.

Question 4

Where is the Adrenal located?

Answer 4

On top of both kidneys

Question 5

Function of the Ovaries

Answer 5

Affect the formation of the ova and the development of the female sex characteristics.

Question 6

Where is the Pituitary located?

Answer 6

At the base of the brain, attached to the hypothalamus

Question 7

Function of the Testes

Answer 7

Affect the formation of sperm and development of male sex characteristics.

Question 8

Function of the Pituitary Gland

Answer 8

Master gland.

Question 9

Where is the Thyroid located

Answer 9

At the base of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple

Question 10

Where is the Pancreas located?

Answer 10

Behind your stomach and in front of your spine

Question 11

Function of the Parathyroid Gland

Answer 11

Regulates the metabolism of calcium and phosphates.

Question 12

Function of the Thyroid Gland

Answer 12

Controls rate of the body’s metabolism and influences growth and development.

Question 13

Where is the Ovaries located?

Answer 13

On either side of the uterus

Question 14

Function of the Thymus Gland

Answer 14

Aids in the formation of lymphocytes.

Question 15

Where is the Testes located?

Answer 15

Inside the scrotum.

Question 16

Where is the Parathyroid located?

Answer 16

Next to the two thyroid gland lobes in the neck

Question 17

True or False.

Is diabetes a common disease of the Endocrine System?

Answer 17

True.