Endocrinology I Endocrinology I Endocrinology is the study of the endocrine system, which is a complex network of glands and organs that produce and release hormones into the bloodstream to regulate various physiological processes in the body. 1 / 10 Which condition results from the excessive production of thyroid hormones? Hashimoto’s thyroiditis Myxedema Graves’ disease Thyroid storm 2 / 10 What is the function of the thyroid gland? Maintains electrolyte balance Produces insulin and glucagon Controls the fight-or-flight response Secretes hormones that regulate metabolism and growth 3 / 10 Which hormone stimulates the release of eggs from the ovaries in females? Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) Luteinizing hormone (LH) Estrogen Progesterone 4 / 10 Which hormone is produced by the hypothalamus and regulates the release of several pituitary hormones? Growth hormone (GH) Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) Oxytocin Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) 5 / 10 Which hormone helps regulate blood pressure? Aldosterone Insulin Testosterone Cortisol 6 / 10 Which gland produces melatonin? Pituitary gland Thyroid gland Pineal gland Adrenal gland 7 / 10 Which hormone is responsible for the fight or flight response? Insulin Cortisol Adrenaline (Epinephrine) Thyroxine 8 / 10 Which hormone is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood? Insulin Estrogen Parathyroid hormone Cortisol 9 / 10 Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in the mammary glands? Prolactin Estrogen Progesterone Testosterone 10 / 10 Which hormone is responsible for the regulation of salt and water balance in the body? Insulin Aldosterone Cortisol Thyroxine Your score isThe average score is 0% 0% Restart quiz
