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A&P Ch.9

The endocrine system

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What hormones are produced in and released by the pancreas? Glucagon and insulin
What is the Endocrine system's primary method of communication and control? Special chemicals called hormones secreted into the blood.
The majority of hormones are classified as: Water soluble
Where are the adrenal glands located? on top of each kidney
Which of the following produces extension of the great toe: Extensor hallucis longus
The Endocrine System exerts the most control over which of these physiological processes: Adjustments in fluids and ph levels
What is the function of insulin? Decrease blood glucose levels
The Endocrine System functions include the control and regulation of growth, development, metabolism, and: homeostatic balance of the blood
Hormone secretions from which gland are responsible for the regulation of our circadian rhythm Pineal gland
What is the term for the organ or gland that secretes its chemicals into a specific duct that carries them directly to their target? Exocrine
Which of the following produces extension of the 4 lateral toes? Extensor digitorum longus
Which of the following produces EVERSION of the foot. Peroneus longus
When blood sugar levels are low, what hormone is released? Glucagone
What hormone is released when blood calcium levels are low? Parathyroid hormone
Which of these endocrine glands is located in the thoracic cavity? Thymus
The endocrine glands located in the head are: hypothalamus, pituitary, and pineal
Which of the following produces dorsiflexion of the foot at the ankle joint Tibialis anterior
The alarm response refers to what part of the body stress response? ANS stimulation of the fight or flight response
The anatomic and functional links between the nervous and endocrine systems are between which 2 organs and glands? Pituitary and hypothalamus
Which of the following has its insertion on the base of the 5th metatarsal? Peroneus brevis
Which of the following is a superficial muscle? Tibialis anterior
What portion or organ in the nervous system exerts the most control over endocrine system functions? Hypothalamus
Which of the following has its origin on the lateral shaft of the tibia? Tibialis anterior
Which of these hormones is often referred to as a "stress hormone" Cortisol
What is the primary hormone release by the pineal gland? Melatonin
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