What Is the Importance of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis

question 5

Multiple Choice

What is the importance of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis?

• A) It creates a feedback loop to regulate the release of corticotrophin releasing factor.
• B) It facilitates the production of hormones necessary for growth and reproduction.
• C) It helps to maintain the electrolyte balance in the hematological system.
• D) It unites the central nervous system with the peripheral nervous system.

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Positive Correlation

A relationship between two variables in which both variables move in the same direction.

Decreases

Refers to a reduction or decline in the magnitude or value of a certain variable or quantity.

Decreases

A term indicating a reduction or decline in value, quantity, or extent.

Correlation Coefficients

Statistical measures that indicate the strength and direction of the relationship between two or more variables.