Physiology Quiz: Endocrinology - Part 10

Endocrinology is defined as the study of how chemical messenger molecules, referred to as hormones, influence physiological processes. By definition, a hormone is a signaling molecule that is released into the bloodstream, where the hormone can then travel to distant target cells and tissues within the body. Along with the nervous system, the hormones of the endocrine system provide an important means by which information travels within the body. Test your basic knowledge of the endocrine system by taking this simple quiz.

	(A) Cortisol
	(B) Corticosterone
	(C) Cortisone
	(D) Aldosterone
	(E) Adrenaline

	(A) stimulates insulin secretion by beta (β) pancreatic cells.
	(B) inhibits insulin secretion by beta (β) pancreatic cells.
	(C) stimulates glucagon secretion by alpha (α) pancreatic cells.
	(D) inhibits glucagon secretion by alpha (α) pancreatic cells.

	(A) reduced insulin secretion by beta (β) pancreatic cells.
	(B) elevated insulin secretion by beta (β) pancreatic cells.
	(C) reduced glucagon secretion by alpha (α) pancreatic cells.
	(D) elavated glucagon secretion by alpha (α) pancreatic cells.

	(A) Androgens
	(B) Estrogens

	(A) Androgens
	(B) Estrogens