Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA) axis?

• A)The activity of the HPA axis is the same for all individuals.
• B)When the brain detects a threat in the environment, it signals the adrenal gland.
• C)Under chronic stress, the HPA axis can remain activated over the long haul.
• D)It regulates all but immune system responses.

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