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Anatomy & Physiology

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Set 14 Endocrine System

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Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

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Steroids

A) are secreted by the adrenal medulla.
B) include the glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, and androgens.
C) stimulate the membranes of the target cells to produce the second chemical messenger, cAMP.
D) are secreted by the pancreas.

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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What is the stimulus for the release of insulin?

A) Low plasma levels of calcium
B) High plasma levels of potassium
C) High plasma levels of glucose
D) Low blood volume

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Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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"Sugar,salt,and sex" is descriptive of

A) ACTH, TSH, and somatotropic hormone.
B) cortisol, aldosterone, and testosterone.
C) epinephrine, norepinephrine, and estrogen.
D) insulin, glucagon, and cortisol.

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