Endocrine System T/F
Types of insulin can be long-lasting or short-acting.
True
Acromegaly is a childhood disease caused by a deficiency of growth hormones.
False
All hormones are composed of proteins.
False
Aphasia is another term for hyperthyroidism.
False
Graves' disease is marked by the enlargement of the neck region.
False
Hormones are produced in the primary gland and secreted from the target gland.
False
Hormones control women and their moods only
False
Insulin helps maintain glucose levels in the pancreas.
False
Melatonin is a chemical substance that helps control the skin's ability to tan
False
Men stop producing sperm at some point during their midlife.
False
The follicle stimulator is produced only in females
False
The pancreas is not the largest organ in the endocrine system.
False
Calcium is the major mineral found in bones.
True
Duetact is a combination drug composed of rosiglitazone and glimepiride.
True
Estrogen is produced in the ovaries and regulates the menstrual cycle.
True
Excess glucose is converted into fat.
True
Persons with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus usually need to make lifestyles changes, whereas those with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus need insulin injections for life
True
Steroids enter and attach to receptors sites inside the cell.
True
The Greek word for hormones means "to excite."
True
The hormone aldosterone regulated the balance of water and salt
True
The hormone androgen is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics and also affects women's sex drives.
True
The hypothalamus links the central nervous system to the endocrine system.
True
The most well-known condition that can affect the pancreas is diabetes
True
The pituitary gland is referred to as the master gland.
True
The two main hormones secreted by the ovaries are estrogen and progesterone.
True