PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What gland deals with increasing heart rate and blood pressure when the body experiences stress?
A
Adrenals
B
Parathyroids
C
Pineal Body
D
Thyroid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Adrenal glands, also known as suprarenal glands, are small, triangular-shaped glands located on top of both kidneys. Adrenal glands produce hormones that help regulate your metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress and other essential functions.

Detailed explanation-2: -They also help the body react to stress and change. They cause a faster heart rate and boost other systems that help you to react quickly with a burst of energy when needed. Problems in the cortex or the medulla, then, can result in high blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Your adrenal glands release cortisol during times of stress to help your body get an energy boost and better handle an emergency situation. Aldosterone: Aldosterone is a mineralocorticoid hormone that plays a central role in regulating blood pressure and the levels of sodium and potassium (electrolytes) in your blood.

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