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Anatomy and Physiology II Final Review

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    Chapters 17 through 29
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  • Which system do you think is the more powerful one? Endocrine or Nervous?
    No right or wrong answer, just defend it. :)
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  • These are chemical compounds released in the body that alter the metabolic activity of cells.
    Hormones
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  • This endocrine gland secretes melatonin, which regulates circadian rhythms.
    Pineal gland
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  • Which region of the pituitary gland secretes oxytocin?
    Posterior Pituitary.
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  • True or false: Calcitonin and parathyroid hormone have an antagonistic interaction towards each other.
    True
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  • What is diabetes insipidous?
    A disorder in which the kidneys are unable to conserve water. symptoms include excessive thirst and frequent urination
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  • Describe the functions of t3 and t4
    Increase of BMR, stimulation of protein synthesis, increased use of glucose and fatty acids for ATP, Heat production, etc.
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  • Which region of the adrenal cortex releases Aldosterone?
    Zona Glomerulosa
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  • What do the alpha cells of the pancreas release?
    Glucagon
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  • You discover that your patient has a diminished level of Beta Cells. What is your diagnosis?
    Type I Diabetes
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