Match each hormone with its function.
-Causes an increase in the blood calcium level
A)THS
B)Oxytocin
C)ACTH
D)Thyroxine
E)parathyroid hormone
F)Calcitonin
G)Aldosterone
H)Cortisol
I)Glucagon
J)Insulin
K)Luteinizing hormone
L)FSH
M)Prolactin
N)ADH
O)Epinephrine
P)Melatonin
Q)ANH

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Parathyroid hormone (PTH) functions to increase blood calcium levels by stimulating the release of calcium from bones, increasing the absorption of calcium from the gut, and reducing the excretion of calcium in the urine.

Answer: F
 Calcitonin functions to decrease blood calcium levels by inhibiting the release of calcium from bones and increasing the excretion of calcium in the urine.

Answer: D
 Thyroxine, also known as T4, plays a key role in regulating metabolism and growth and development.

Answer: G
 Aldosterone is a steroid hormone that regulates electrolyte balance and blood pressure by increasing the reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys.

Answer: N
 ADH, also known as vasopressin, regulates the balance of water and electrolytes in the body by increasing the reabsorption of water in the kidneys.

Match Each Hormone with Its Function