Thymus:
I. is located ventral to the heart/aorta
II. plays a major role in differentiation of T-lymphocytes
III. promotes production of antibodies
IV. enlarges with age

1. Only I, II and III are correct
2. Only I, III and IV are correct
3. Only II, III and IV are correct
4. I, II, III and IV are correct

Subtopic:  Thymus |
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The function of aldosterone is mainly:
1. reabsorption of sodium and water at distal renal tubules
2. growth of axial, pubic and facial hair
3. vasodilation leading to polyuria
4. mobilization of metabolites for energy

Subtopic:  Adrenal Cortex: Aldosterone |
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The functions of glucagon do not include:
1. Glycogenolysis
2. Gluconeogenesis
3. Increased cellular glucose uptake
4. Decreased cellular glucose utilization

Subtopic:  Pancreas |
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The functions regulated or influenced by thyroid glands in humans include all except:

1. basal metabolic rate 2. erythropoeisis
3. water and electrolyte balance 4. sleep wakefulness cycle
Subtopic:  Thyroid Gland Part I |
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Which of the following cannot be regarded as a main function of cortisol?
1. Increased blood sugar by gluconeogenesis
2. Lipolysis, proteolysis and decreased uptake of amino acids by body cells
3. Regulation of water and minerals in the body
4. Suppression of inflammation and immunity

Subtopic:  Adrenal Cortex: Cortisol | Adrenal Cortex: Aldosterone |
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The actions of adrenaline will include all the following except:
1. Piloerection
2. Pupilary dilation
3. Glycogenesis
4. Positive ionotropic and chronotropic effect on heart

Subtopic:  Adrenal Medulla |
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Identify the correct statement regarding the pineal gland or the hormone secreted by it:

1. The gland is situated on the ventral side of the forebrain
2. The hormone secreted by the gland is called as melanin
3. The hormone regulates the diurnal rhythm of our body
4. The hormone decreases immunity
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Match each item in Column I [zones of adrenal cortex] with one in Column II [hormone produced] and select your answer from the codes given:

Column I

 

Column II

A.

Zona glomerulosa

a.

Aldosterone

B.

Zona fasciculata

b.

Cortisol

C.

Zona reticularis

c.

Adrenal androgens

Codes

A B C
1. a b c
2. a c b
3. b a c
4. b c a
Subtopic:  Adrenal Cortex: Cortisol |
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Diabetes insipidus, characterized by water loss and dehydration, is caused by:

1. Hyposecretion of ADH 2. Hypersecretion of ADH
3. Hyposecretion of insulin 4. Hypersecretion of insulin
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Which pair of hormones will both bind to membrane bound receptors located on its target cells?
1. Epinephrine and thyroxine
2. Calcitonin and glucagon
3. Estradiol and triiodothyronine
4. Adrenaline and aldosterone

Subtopic:  Mechanism of Hormone Action |
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