Endocrine System Exam Review Latest
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gigantism - CORRECT ANSWER-a condition produced by hypersecretion of
growth hormone during the early years of life
acromegaly - CORRECT ANSWER-Over secretion of the GH that causes
enlargement of the extremities
dwarfism - CORRECT ANSWER-Condition caused by insufficient growth
hormone in childhood
, diabetes - CORRECT ANSWER-A condition in which the body is unable to
produce enough insulin, the hormone required for the metabolism of sugar
gland - CORRECT ANSWER-An organ that produces and releases hormones
either through ducts or into the bloodstream.
hormone - CORRECT ANSWER-chemical messengers manufactured by the
endocrine glands: classified as chemicals
endocrine gland - CORRECT ANSWER-Glands of the endocrine system that
release hormones into the bloodstream
exocrine gland - CORRECT ANSWER-a gland that secretes its product into a
duct, which ultimately carries the product to the surface of the body or into a
body cavity. Example: sweat glands
islets of Langerhans - CORRECT ANSWER-groups of pancreatic cells secreting
insulin and glucagon; Found in the pancreas
negative feedback - CORRECT ANSWER-controls the secretions of hormones
based on level of the hormone
2025/2026 Complete Questions and Correct
Detailed Answers Graded A+|Assured
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gigantism - CORRECT ANSWER-a condition produced by hypersecretion of
growth hormone during the early years of life
acromegaly - CORRECT ANSWER-Over secretion of the GH that causes
enlargement of the extremities
dwarfism - CORRECT ANSWER-Condition caused by insufficient growth
hormone in childhood
, diabetes - CORRECT ANSWER-A condition in which the body is unable to
produce enough insulin, the hormone required for the metabolism of sugar
gland - CORRECT ANSWER-An organ that produces and releases hormones
either through ducts or into the bloodstream.
hormone - CORRECT ANSWER-chemical messengers manufactured by the
endocrine glands: classified as chemicals
endocrine gland - CORRECT ANSWER-Glands of the endocrine system that
release hormones into the bloodstream
exocrine gland - CORRECT ANSWER-a gland that secretes its product into a
duct, which ultimately carries the product to the surface of the body or into a
body cavity. Example: sweat glands
islets of Langerhans - CORRECT ANSWER-groups of pancreatic cells secreting
insulin and glucagon; Found in the pancreas
negative feedback - CORRECT ANSWER-controls the secretions of hormones
based on level of the hormone
