Question

1. the hormone that plays an important role in the control of blood sugar levels and prevents hyperglycemia is: oxytocin acth insulin adh 24) what is the state of under - production of thyroxine from the thyroid gland? myxedema goiter acromegaly hypothyroidism

Explanation:

• For question 23, insulin is secreted by the pancreas and promotes the uptake of glucose by cells, thus lowering blood - sugar levels and preventing hyperglycemia. Oxytocin is involved in childbirth and lactation, ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex, and ADH regulates water reabsorption in the kidneys.
• For question 24, hypothyroidism is the condition of under - production of thyroxine by the thyroid gland. Myxedema is a severe form of hypothyroidism in adults. Goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland, and acromegaly is caused by over - production of growth hormone.

Answer:

1. C. insulin
2. D. Hypothyroidism