Hormones Flashcards
What hormone is produced by the pancreas and regulates blood glucose levels?
Insulin
Which organ produces cortisol?
Adrenal glands
True or False: Thyroid hormones are involved in regulating metabolism.
True
What is the primary function of adrenaline?
To prepare the body for ‘fight or flight’ response
Fill in the blank: The hormone __________ is secreted by the pituitary gland and stimulates growth.
Growth hormone
Which hormone is responsible for regulating water balance in the body?
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
What type of stimulus triggers the release of parathyroid hormone?
Low blood calcium levels
What is the target cell type for testosterone?
Skeletal muscle and reproductive tissues
Which hormone is known as the ‘stress hormone’?
Cortisol
True or False: Estrogen is primarily produced in the testes.
False
What is the action of oxytocin?
Stimulates uterine contractions and milk ejection
Which organ secretes glucagon?
Pancreas
What is the function of aldosterone?
Regulates sodium and potassium balance
Fill in the blank: The hormone __________ is involved in the regulation of sleep-wake cycles.
Melatonin
What type of stimulus is responsible for the release of insulin?
High blood glucose levels
Which hormone plays a key role in the female menstrual cycle?
Progesterone
What is the primary action of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
Stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones
True or False: Luteinizing hormone (LH) is produced by the adrenal glands.
False
What organ is involved in the production of somatostatin?
Pancreas
What is the target of calcitonin?
Bone tissue
Which hormone is released in response to low blood volume?
Aldosterone
Fill in the blank: The hormone __________ is critical for milk production.
Prolactin
What is the primary function of thymosin?
Regulates immune system development
Which hormone is responsible for the ‘fight or flight’ response?
Adrenaline (epinephrine)
