Which hormone acts as an antagonist (has an opposite effect) to parathyroid hormone? Select one: a. Calcitonin b. PRL c. Thyroxine d. Somatotropin

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Q: Which of the following gland secretes insulin?A. Pituitary B. Thyroid C. Pancreas D. Ovaries

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Q: Which of the following is NOT a process that leads to Cushing's syndrome? Select one: A. Tumors of…

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Q: Choose the best from the below  ? Growth hormone (GH) is released by what endocrine gland?a.…

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Q: a large increase in norepinephrine following a sudden frightening experience would be release from…

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Q: Choose the best from the below  ? Which of the following acts as the link between the nervous…

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Q: Which of the following hormones increases blood calcium levels? a. calcitoninb. thyroxine (T4)c.…

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Q: The term “central nervous system” is used to refer to which of the following?     a. The brain and…

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Q: Which hormone is responsible for direct activation of PEPCK by phosphorylation?  a. prolactin b.…

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Q: Which hormone does NOT help with coping for long term stress?   a. aldosterone b. cortisol c.…

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Q: Which of the following is an important function of the endocrine system?  a. Provides mechanisms…

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Q: Which of the following medications does not have hyperglycemic effects (does not decrease insulin…

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Q: Opioid analgesics

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Q: Which hormone doesn't help with coping for long-term stress?   a. gonadocorticoids b. thyroxine

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Q: Somatostatin

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Q: Which of the following hormones is a steroid? A. Estrogen B. Glucagon C. Insulin D. Oxytocin

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