Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not a stimulus for the release of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Which of the following hormones is responsible for the regulation of the menstrual cycle?
A
Estrogen
B
Insulin
C
Adrenaline
D
Thyroxine
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Understand the role of hormones in the menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle is regulated by a complex interplay of hormones, primarily estrogen and progesterone.
Identify the function of each hormone listed in the options. Estrogen is a key hormone in the regulation of the menstrual cycle, influencing the growth and maintenance of the uterine lining.
Consider the roles of the other hormones listed: Insulin is involved in glucose metabolism, Adrenaline is related to the body's fight-or-flight response, and Thyroxine is involved in regulating metabolism.
Recognize that estrogen is the hormone responsible for the regulation of the menstrual cycle, as it plays a crucial role in the development of female secondary sexual characteristics and the reproductive system.
Conclude that among the given options, estrogen is the correct answer for the hormone responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle.
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