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Endocrine System

Biology ⇒ Human Biology

Endocrine System starts at 8 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Endocrine System. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.
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A patient has high blood calcium levels. Which hormone is likely to be secreted in lower amounts?
A person is experiencing symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Which hormone is likely to be elevated?
Describe the difference between endocrine and exocrine glands.
Describe the effect of hyposecretion of insulin.
Describe the function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
Describe the role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in the human body.
Explain how the endocrine system maintains homeostasis.
Explain the role of negative feedback in the regulation of hormone levels.
Explain the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system.
Name the gland that secretes melatonin.
Name two hormones that regulate blood glucose levels.
The adrenal medulla secretes which two main hormones?
Which gland is located on top of the kidneys?
Which hormone is responsible for lowering blood glucose levels?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in mammals?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating ovulation in females?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the development of secondary sexual characteristics in males?
Which hormone is responsible for the 'fight or flight' response?
Which hormone is secreted by the alpha cells of the pancreas?
Which hormone is secreted by the corpus luteum in the ovary?