A Distinctive Feature of the Mechanism of Action of Thyroid

question 67

Multiple Choice

A distinctive feature of the mechanism of action of thyroid hormones and steroid hormones is that

• A)these hormones are regulated by feedback loops.
• B)target cells react more rapidly to these hormones than to local regulators.
• C)these hormones bind with specific receptor proteins on the plasma membrane of target cells.
• D)these hormones bind to receptors inside cells.
• E)these hormones affect metabolism.

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Definitions:

Lesion

A lesion refers to any abnormal damage or change in the tissue of an organism, usually caused by disease or trauma.

Parkinson Disease

A degenerative neurological disorder marked by tremors, muscle stiffness, slow movement, and impaired balance.

Hyperthyroidism

A condition where the thyroid gland is overactive, producing excessive amounts of thyroid hormones.

Cerebellar Lesion

Damage to the cerebellum, the part of the brain that regulates voluntary movements, balance, and coordination, leading to various neurological symptoms.