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The chemical nature of hormones secreted by α and β cells of pancreas is

Glycolipid
Glycoprotein
Steroid
Polypeptide
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Damage to thymus in children may lead to

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ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex to release a group of hormones called ______.

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Which one of the followings is the primary target organ of aldosterone?

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During growth period release of too much growth hormone can lead to

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The nerve centres which control the body temperature and the urge for eating are contained in

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Which of the hormone(s) has effects on the stomach, pancreas, and gallbladder?

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Hormone responsible for the secretion of milk after parturition

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In human adult females oxytocin

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Given below is an incomplete table about certain hormones, their source glands and one major effect of each on the body in humans. Identify the correct option for the three blanks A, B
and C.

GLANDSSECRETIONEFFECT ON BODY
AOestrogenMaintenance of secondary
sexual characters
Alpha cells of Islets of
Langerhans
BRaises blood sugar level
Anterior pituitaryCOver secretion leads to gigantism

ABC
(1)PlacentaGlucagonCalcitonin
(2)OvaryGlucagonGrowth hormone
(3)PlacentaInsulinVasopressin
(4)OvaryInsulinCalcitonin

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Which of the following is the function of Adrenaline?

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