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MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
Which of the following conditions is not linked to deficiency of thyroid hormone?
A
Cretinism
B
Goitre
C
Myxoedema
D
Exophthalmia
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There are many endocrine glands in human body. Name the glands which is absent in male and the one absent in female.
Explanation
In males a pair of testis is present in the scrotal sac. Testes perform dual functions as a primary sex organ as well as an endocrine gland. This gland is absent in females.
In females a pair of ovaries is present which are located in the abdomen. Ovary is the primary female sex organ which produces ovum during menstrual cycle and act as an endocrine gland in producing hormone like estrogen and progesterone. This gland is absent in males.
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Which of the two adrenocortial layers, zona glomerulosa and zona reticularis lies outside enveloping the other?
Explanation
Zona glomerulosa (outer layer) envelops zona reticularis (inner layer) from the outside.
18
What is erythropoiesis? Which hormone stimulates it?
Explanation
Erythropoiesis is the process of formation of RBC. Peptide hormone erythropoietin secreted from the juxtaglomerular cells of kidney stimulates erythropoiesis.
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Name the only hormone secreted by pars intermedia of the pituitary gland.
Explanation
Pars intermedia of pituitary gland secretes only one hormone called Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH). This hormone causes dispersal of pigment granules in the pigment cells, thereby darkening the colour in certain animals like fishes and amphibians.