APHY 102 Ivy Tech, Lecture, Exam 1: Endocrine System and Blood 2023 Solved 100% Correct

Which cells produce insulin? - ANSWER-Beta cells in the pancreas The normal development of the immune response is partially controlled by hormones. Where are these hormones produced? - ANSWER-Thymus How do nearly all protein or amino-acid based hormones express their signaling effect? - ANSWER-Second messengers What are the major targets of Growth Hormone (GH)? - ANSWER-Bones & Skeletal muscles Define hormones - ANSWER-Steroidal or amino-acid based molecules released to the blood that act as chemical messengers to regulate specific body functions What hormone raises blood sugar levels? - ANSWER-glucagon What hormone causes the kidneys to reabsorb water from forming urine? - ANSWER-Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) What needs to be present for a specific tissue or organ to respond to the presence of a hormone? - ANSWER-Appropriate receptors on target cells What does oxytocin do? - ANSWER-Stimulates uterine contractions & helps with milk production What type of Diabetes does not produce insulin? - ANSWER-Type 1 What is another name for LH? - ANSWER-Luteinizing Hormone (glycoprotein, gonadotropic cells) Define eicosanoid. Give examples - ANSWER-Not a hydrocortisone (Prostaglandins, Paracrines, Leukotrienes) Which hormone appears important in regulation of sleep cycles? - ANSWER-Melatonin Which endocrine gland effects metabolism? - ANSWER-Thyroid Define granulocytes - ANSWER-White blood cells (WBC) with sacs. Enzymes that digest