Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Anatomy & Physiology

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes the functions of the thyroid gland and the parathyroid glands?

The thyroid gland regulates calcium levels, while the parathyroid glands regulate blood pressure.

The thyroid gland regulates blood sugar levels, while the parathyroid glands regulate metabolism.

The thyroid gland regulates blood pressure, while the parathyroid glands regulate blood sugar levels.

The thyroid gland regulates metabolism, while the parathyroid glands regulate calcium levels in the blood.

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Understand the primary functions of the thyroid gland: The thyroid gland is responsible for regulating metabolism through the production of hormones such as thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). These hormones influence the metabolic rate of cells throughout the body.

Understand the primary functions of the parathyroid glands: The parathyroid glands are primarily involved in regulating calcium levels in the blood. They secrete parathyroid hormone (PTH), which increases blood calcium levels by stimulating the release of calcium from bones, increasing calcium absorption in the intestines, and reducing calcium excretion in the kidneys.

Evaluate the given options: Review each option to determine which correctly matches the functions of the thyroid and parathyroid glands based on the information provided in the previous steps.

Identify the correct description: The correct description should state that the thyroid gland regulates metabolism and the parathyroid glands regulate calcium levels in the blood.

Confirm understanding: Ensure that the understanding of the roles of these glands aligns with the correct answer, reinforcing the knowledge of endocrine system functions.