Which secretory cell of the stomach, shown in the following image, secretes pepsinogen?

A. To ensure that the uterus is securely connected to the supporting ligaments: This is not the primary function of the middle layer (myometrium); rather, the supporting ligaments provide stability to the uterus.

B. To allow the uterus to shed tissue during menstruation: This is primarily the function of the endometrium, the inner layer of the uterine wall.

C. To allow the uterus to contract during childbirth to expel the fetus: The middle layer, known as the myometrium, is composed of smooth muscle that contracts during labor to help expel the fetus.

D. To provide the uterus with adequate space to grow a fetus: While the uterine structure allows for fetal growth, the myometrium’s primary role is in contractions rather than providing space.

A. Pons: The pons is involved in regulating the rate and depth of breathing but is not the primary site affected by pyrogens for temperature regulation.

B. Cerebral cortex: The cerebral cortex is responsible for higher-order functions like reasoning and sensory perception but does not directly regulate body temperature in response to pyrogens.

C. Hypothalamus: The hypothalamus acts as the body’s thermostat and is directly affected by pyrogens, leading to the elevation of body temperature (fever) as part of the immune response.

D. Amygdala: The amygdala is primarily involved in emotion regulation and does not play a direct role in temperature regulation.