A patient presents with central diabetes insipidus. Which of the following would be the MOST effective treatment?
Insulin
Glucagon
Desmopressin (synthetic ADH)
Hydrocortisone
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A patient presents with symptoms of increased thirst, frequent urination, and high blood glucose levels. Which hormonal deficiency is most likely responsible for this condition?
Glucagon
Insulin
Growth hormone
Adrenaline
I. Somatostatin inhibits intestinal absorption of glucose, II. Leydig’s cell secrete progesterone, III. Melatonin is secreted by pineal gland, IV. Myxoedema is a thyroid disorder, V. Neurohypophysis secreteS ACTH . Select the correct statements and choose the option
I, II and III
II, III and V
I, III and IV
III, IV and V
Growth hormone is produced by which gland?
Thyroid gland
Adrenal gland
Pituitary gland
Pancreas
Which of the following hormones does NOT directly influence carbohydrate metabolism?
Insulin
Glucagon
Cortisol
Gastrin
Which of the following statements are true/false: I. Calcitonin regulates the metabolism of calcium, II. Oxytocin stimulates contraction of uterine muscles during birth, III. Grave’s disease is caused by malfunctioning of adrenal gland, IV. ADH stimulates absorption of water and increase the urine production.
I and III are true; II and IV are false
I and II are true; III and IV are false
I and IV are false; II and IV are true
I, II and III are true; IV only false
Which of the following is a peptide hormone?
Insulin
Cortisol
Aldosterone
Progesterone
Chemicals which are synthesized by one organism and affect the behaviour of another member of the same species, are called
Enzymes
Hormones
Flavoids
Pheromones
Which of the following is true for the effect of steroid hormone?
They bind to cell surface receptors and activate second messenger systems.
They bind to intracellular receptors and regulate gene expression.
They act as enzymes and catalyze specific biochemical reactions.
They directly open ion channels in the cell membrane.
Choose the incorrect match w.r.t. hormone and its action.
PRL – Acts on mammary gland
MSH – Acts on melanocytes
ACTH – Acts on adrenal gland
GnRH – Acts on gonads
A rare tumor of the adrenal medulla secretes excessive amounts of catecholamines. Which physiological responses would be observed in a patient with this tumor?
Decreased heart rate, decreased blood pressure, and hypoglycemia
Increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, and hyperglycemia
Decreased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, and hyperglycemia
Increased heart rate, decreased blood pressure, and hypoglycemia
