PATHOLOGY MCQ
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
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Question
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What does Adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) do?
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stimulates growth in gonads
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stimulates the production of eggs and sperm
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stimulates milk production
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stimulates thyroid
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The main function of ACTH is to regulate the glucocorticoid (steroid) hormone cortisol. Cortisol is released by the adrenal gland. It regulates blood pressure, blood sugar, the immune system, and the response to stress.
Detailed explanation-2: -ACTH is a hormone produced in the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release a hormone called cortisol.
Detailed explanation-3: -GH releasing hormone (GHRH) has been shown to potentiate the ACTH and cortisol response to insulin-induced hypoglycemia, but not to potentiate the ACTH and cortisol response after administration of CRH/AVP (102).
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