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- Question 1 of 41
1. Question
What is the primary function of the pituitary gland?
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The pituitary gland is the “master gland” of the endocrine system, controlling many vital processes.
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2. Question
Which two lobes make up the pituitary gland?
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The pituitary gland is made of two active lobes that have different functions.
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3. Question
Which part of the pituitary gland does not produce hormones but releases them?
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This part of the pituitary gland releases two hormones that are initially produced in the nuclei of the hypothalamus.
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4. Question
What is the name of the vascular system that connects the adenohypophysis to the hypothalamus?
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This vascular system enables the passage of hypothalamic hormones to the hypophysis.
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5. Question
Which hormone stimulates the growth of almost all tissues of the body and is anabolic?
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6. Question
Which of the following is not a function of the liver?
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Insulin is produced by a different organ in the body.
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7. Question
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
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The respiratory system is responsible for breathing.
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8. Question
What is the largest organ in the human body?
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The skin is an external organ that protects the body from external factors.
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9. Question
What is the function of the anterior pituitary gland?
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The answer can be found in the text discussing the anterior pituitary gland's function.
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10. Question
What is the primary target of growth hormone?
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The answer can be found in the section discussing physiological functions of growth hormone.
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11. Question
What is the main function of prolactin?
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The answer can be found in the section discussing physiological functions of prolactin.
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12. Question
What is the name of the region between the anterior and posterior lobes of the pituitary gland?
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The intermediate lobe is a small region located between two larger lobes of the pituitary gland.
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13. Question
What are the five endocrine hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland?
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The anterior pituitary gland secretes five endocrine hormones, which regulate various physiological functions in the body.
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14. Question
What is the physiological function of growth hormone?
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Growth hormone is an anabolic hormone that regulates various physiological functions in the body, including growth, metabolism, and energy homeostasis.
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15. Question
What is the main function of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
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TSH regulates the thyroid gland's production of hormones that regulate metabolism.
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16. Question
What is the main function of adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH)?
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ACTH stimulates the release of hormones that are involved in the body's stress response.
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17. Question
Where are the hormones oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH) synthesized?
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Oxytocin and ADH are both synthesized in the same area of the brain.
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18. Question
What is the most common cause of hyperprolactinemia?
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A prolactinoma is a type of benign tumor that causes excess prolactin secretion.
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19. Question
What is the primary function of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
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TSH is produced in the anterior pituitary gland and is regulated by the hypothalamic thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH).
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20. Question
What is the target cell of adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH)?
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ACTH is produced in the anterior pituitary gland and is regulated by the hypothalamic corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH).
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21. Question
Which hormones are synthesized and secreted by the posterior pituitary gland?
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The posterior pituitary gland is neural in origin and is connected directly to the hypothalamus via a nerve tract.
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22. Question
What is the main stimulus for the release of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) or vasopressin?
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ADH is synthesized in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland.
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23. Question
What is the primary function of TSH?
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TSH is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.
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24. Question
What is the main stimulus for ADH release?
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ADH regulates water reabsorption by the kidney.
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25. Question
What hormone is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland to stimulate milk ejection from the breast?
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Oxytocin is synthesized by the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland.
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26. Question
What is the primary function of ACTH?
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ACTH is synthesized and secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.
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27. Question
What is the main cause of hyperprolactinemia?
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Hyperprolactinemia leads to gonadal dysfunction.
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28. Question
Which structure physically and functionally connects the pituitary gland to the hypothalamus?
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This structure enables the passage of hypothalamic hormones to the pituitary gland.
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29. Question
What is the main function of the hypothalamohypophyseal tract?
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This tract carries oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone from the hypothalamus to the posterior pituitary.
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30. Question
Which hormones are produced by acidophilic cells in the anterior pituitary gland?
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These cells are further divided into somatotrophs and lactotrophs.
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31. Question
Which of the following hormones is not secreted by the anterior pituitary gland?
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This hormone is involved in childbirth and breastfeeding.
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32. Question
What type of feedback mechanism regulates the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?
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This mechanism involves the long loop and short loop feedback systems.
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33. Question
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in the mammary glands?
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This hormone is produced by lactotroph cells in the anterior pituitary gland.
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34. Question
Which of the following hormones is released in response to stress?
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This hormone stimulates the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) from the anterior pituitary gland.
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35. Question
Which hormone regulates water balance and blood pressure by acting on the kidneys?
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This hormone is also known as vasopressin.
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36. Question
What is the primary target of luteinizing hormone (LH) in males?
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LH stimulates these cells to produce testosterone.
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37. Question
Which of the following hormones promotes growth and cell reproduction?
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This hormone is secreted by somatotroph cells in the anterior pituitary gland.
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38. Question
What is the origin of the term 'pituitary'?
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The origin of the term is related to a Latin word.
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39. Question
Which two hormones are secreted by the posterior pituitary gland?
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These two hormones are involved in childbirth and water balance in the body.
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40. Question
What is the primary function of the growth hormone?
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This hormone is involved in growth and development of various tissues.
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41. Question
Which hormone is responsible for the stimulation of mammary glands to release milk?
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This hormone is secreted by the prolactin cells of the anterior pituitary.