Which of the Following Glands Can Be Palpated as Part

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following glands can be palpated as part of an extraoral examination by a clinician?

• A)Lacrimal gland
• B)Thyroid gland
• C)Parathyroid gland
• D)Thymus gland

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Definitions:

Developing Brain

Refers to the growth and maturation process of the brain from prenatal stages through childhood and adolescence.

Adrenal Glands

Small, triangular glands located on top of both kidneys that produce hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which help control heart rate, blood pressure, and other important bodily functions.

ADX Rats

ADX Rats are animals that have undergone adrenalectomy, a procedure where the adrenal glands are removed, often used in research to study the effects of adrenal hormones.

Corticosterone

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex, involved in stress responses, immune response regulation, and metabolism.