PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What gland secretes hormones that keep your electrolytes balanced by deciding how much sodium and potassium you body needs.
A
Testosterone
B
Cortisol
C
Adrenaline
D
Parathyroid Hormone
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The adrenal gland is located just above the kidney and produces several hormones such as aldosterone, cortisol, DHEA, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. Different regions of the adrenal gland produce these hormones.

Detailed explanation-2: -Aldosterone (ALD) is a hormone your adrenal glands release that helps regulate blood pressure by managing the levels of sodium and potassium in your blood. Sodium and potassium are electrolytes.

Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -Aldosterone is a steroid hormone secreted by adrenal glands. Its main role is to regulate salt and water in the body, thus having an effect on blood pressure.

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