Match each hormone with its corresponding function or description.
-Reduces the level of calcium in the blood
A)Glucocorticoid
B)Follicle-stimulating hormone
C)Calcitonin
D)Triiodothyronine
E)ADH
F)Aldosterone
G)Luteinizing hormone
H)Oxytocin
I)Epinephrine
J)Insulin
K)Growth hormone
L)Parathyroid hormone
M)Thymosin
N)Glucagon
O)Melatonin
P)ACTH

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Calcitonin reduces the level of calcium in the blood.

Answer: L
 Parathyroid hormone increases the level of calcium in the blood.

Answer: J
 Insulin lowers blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.

Answer: N
 Glucagon raises blood sugar levels by stimulating the liver to break down glycogen into glucose.

Answer: P
 ACTH stimulates the release of cortisol from the adrenal glands, which helps regulate glucose metabolism and the body's response to stress.

Answer: F
 Aldosterone regulates electrolyte balance by promoting the reabsorption of sodium and the secretion of potassium in the kidneys.

Answer: H
 Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth and lactation.

Answer: E
 ADH regulates water balance by promoting water reabsorption in the kidneys.

Answer: K
 Growth hormone promotes growth and development in children and is involved in metabolism and tissue repair in adults.

Answer: I
 Epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, is involved in the body's "fight or flight" response to stress, increasing heart rate and blood pressure.

Answer: D
 Triiodothyronine is a thyroid hormone involved in metabolism and energy production.

Answer: B and G
 Follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone are both involved in sexual development and reproduction.

Answer: A
 Glucocorticoids, such as cortisol, play a role in glucose metabolism and stress response.

Match Each Hormone with Its Corresponding Function or Description