Match Each Abbreviation with Its Associated Explanation

question 86

Multiple Choice

Match each abbreviation with its associated explanation.

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• 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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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that plays a crucial role in many essential functions, including hormone release and regulation of body temperature.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in basic emotions such as fear and pleasure, as well as drives like those for food and sex.

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station for transmitting sensory information to the cerebral cortex.

Hippocampus

A major component of the brain located in the medial temporal lobe, playing important roles in the consolidation of information from short-term to long-term memory and in spatial memory that enables navigation.