Multiple Choice QuestionsThe hormone responsible for 'Fight and Flight' response is
adrenalin
thyroxin
ADH
oxytocin
A.
adrenalin
Adrenalin is a natural stimulant made in the adrenal gland of the kidney. Its biological name is epinephrine. Adrenalin is carried in the blood stream and affects the autonomous nervous system, which control functions such as, the heart rate, dialation of the pupils and secretion of sweat and saliva. Adrenalin is the body's activator and is released in response to anxiety.
The cause of cretinism is
hypothyroidism
hypoparathyroidism
hyperthyroidism
hyperparathyroidism
Which one of the following is not a second messenger in hormone action?
Calcium
Sodium
cAMP
cGMP
Goitre can occur as a consequence of all the following except
iodine deficiency
pituitary adenoma
Grave's disease
excessive intake of exogenous thyroxin
The genetic deficiency of ADH-receptor leads to
diabetes mellitus
glycosuria
diabetes insipidus
nephrogenic diabetes
Which one of the following statement is incorrect?
Glucagon is secreted by pancreas
Androgen is produced by ovary
Thyroxine is secreted by thyroid
Oxytocin is secreted by pituitary
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