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Which glands are situated on top of each kidney?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Which of the following statements is true of androgens?
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Androgens are steroid hormones primarily produced by the testes.
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Androgens are responsible for lowering blood glucose levels.
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Androgens are peptide hormones secreted by the pancreas.
D
Androgens are only produced in the adrenal medulla.
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Understand the term 'androgens': Androgens are a group of steroid hormones that play a key role in male traits and reproductive activity. The primary androgen is testosterone, which is mainly produced by the testes in males.
Eliminate incorrect options based on the definition: Androgens are not responsible for lowering blood glucose levels, as this is a function of insulin, a peptide hormone secreted by the pancreas.
Clarify the type of hormone: Androgens are steroid hormones, not peptide hormones. Peptide hormones are composed of amino acids, whereas steroid hormones are derived from cholesterol.
Identify the production site: Androgens are primarily produced by the testes, but they are also produced in smaller amounts by the adrenal cortex, not the adrenal medulla. The adrenal medulla primarily produces catecholamines like adrenaline and noradrenaline.
Select the correct statement: Based on the above clarifications, the correct statement is 'Androgens are steroid hormones primarily produced by the testes.'
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