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The adrenal gland secretes which hormone that has a role in the sympathetic response of nervous system?

A.

Norepinephrine

B.

ACh

C.

ACTH

D.

ADH

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Norepinephrine: Norepinephrine is secreted by the adrenal medulla and plays a key role in the fight-or-flight response.
B. ACh: Acetylcholine (ACh) is a neurotransmitter but is not secreted by the adrenal glands.
C. ACTH: Adrenocorticotropic hormone is secreted by the pituitary, not the adrenal gland.
D. ADH: Antidiuretic hormone is secreted by the posterior pituitary and regulates water balance.


 


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. "This test measures the amount of thyroid hormone that attaches to a protein in your blood.": That describes a thyroid hormone binding test, not TSH.

B. "This test detects antithyroid antibodies in your blood.": That describes a test for autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto's.

C. "The test determines whether your thyroid gland is overactive, appropriately active, or underactive.": TSH levels indicate how well the thyroid is functioning.

D. "This test measures the absorption of iodine and how it relates to the thyroid gland.": That describes a radioactive iodine uptake test.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Hypothyroidism / overweight: Hypothyroidism leads to slowed metabolism, fatigue, and weight gain.
B. Hyperglycemia / underweight: Hyperglycemia relates to blood glucose, not thyroid function.
C. Hypoglycemia / underweight: This describes low blood sugar, unrelated to thyroid activity.
D. Hyperthyroidism / overweight: Hyperthyroidism typically causes weight loss, not weight gain.

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