Open QuestionWhat is the primary difference in the way the nervous and endocrine systems communicate with their target cells?7views
Open QuestionList some problems that elderly people might have as a result of decreasing hormone production.7views
Open QuestionWhich of the following correctly describes the functions of the endocrine system?a. Transport of blood through the body and through the lungsb. Regulation of body functions through hormone secretionc. Regulation of body functions through nerve impulsesd. Immunity and returning extra tissue fluid to the blood vessels7views
Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT a major endocrine organ but produces hormones in addition to its major excretory function?
Open QuestionAdrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulates the release of (a) thyroid hormones by the hypothalamus, (b) gonadotropins by the adrenal glands, (c) growth hormones by the hypothalamus, (d) steroid hormones by the adrenal glands.7views