Match Each Abbreviation with Its Associated Explanation

question 33

Multiple Choice

Match each abbreviation with its associated explanation.

-ACTH

• A)type 1 and type 2 are forms of this condition
• B)an electrolyte
• C)test assessing the function of an endocrine gland in the neck
• D)secretion of this hormone stimulates an endocrine gland above the kidney
• E)secretion of this hormone from the anterior pituitary gland stimulates an endocrine gland in the neck
• F)hormone secreted from the thyroid gland
• G)treatment for Graves disease to destroy an overactive thyroid gland
• H)posterior pituitary gland fails to release vasopressin
• I)somatotropin
• J)test to assess the sugar levels in the blood

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