Besides Hyposecretion and Hypersecretion, Endocrine System Dysfunction Can Result From

question 31

Multiple Choice

Besides hyposecretion and hypersecretion, endocrine system dysfunction can result from:

• A) abnormal receptor activity.
• B) abnormal hormone levels.
• C) increased synthesis of second messengers.
• D) extracellular electrolyte alterations.

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Definitions:

Pacinian Corpuscles

Specialized nerve endings in the skin and viscera that detect pressure and vibration, contributing to the sense of touch.

Temperature

A measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a sample of matter, expressed in units of degrees on specific scales such as Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Light Touch

A sensory response or perception triggered by a very slight physical contact with the skin.

Lateral Spinothalamic Tract

A pathway in the spinal cord that carries pain and temperature sensations to the brain.