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Which statement about type 2 diabetes is true?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Which of the following statements regarding thyroxine is true?
A
Thyroxine is secreted by the pancreas.
B
Thyroxine is primarily involved in the fight-or-flight response.
C
Thyroxine is a hormone that regulates metabolism.
D
Thyroxine is produced by the adrenal glands.
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Identify the gland responsible for producing thyroxine. Thyroxine is produced by the thyroid gland, not the pancreas or adrenal glands.
Understand the primary function of thyroxine. It is a hormone that plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, which includes influencing the rate of energy production and consumption in the body.
Differentiate thyroxine's role from the fight-or-flight response. The fight-or-flight response is primarily mediated by adrenaline and noradrenaline, hormones produced by the adrenal glands, not thyroxine.
Review the options provided in the problem. Eliminate the incorrect statements based on the knowledge that thyroxine is produced by the thyroid gland and is involved in metabolism regulation.
Select the correct statement: 'Thyroxine is a hormone that regulates metabolism.' This aligns with the known function and source of thyroxine.
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