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प्रश्न
Distinguish between the following pair:
Addison's disease and cushing's syndrome (cause and sugar level)
फरक स्पष्ट करा
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उत्तर
| Addison's disease | Cushing's syndrome | |
| 1. | Addison's disease is caused by the undersecretion of mineralocorticoids. | Cushing syndrome is caused by the overproduction of the hormone cortisol. |
| 2. | High sugar levels often cause hypoglycemia. | Long-term elevated blood sugar levels can lead to diabetes mellitus. |
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पाठ 12: The Endocrine System - Review Questions [पृष्ठ १७४]
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Briefly explain the following terms: Hormone
Give the exact location of the adrenal gland.
Identify the odd one in the following and mention what the rest is:
If one adrenal gland is removed, the other one gets enlarged to some extent. How do you explain this change?
Which gland is represented by 'X' in the given diagram?
Which pair of adrenal hormones is NOT synthesized by the action of ACTH.
Choose the correct option among the following options
| Column I | Column II |
| A. Epinephrine | i. Stimulates muscle growth |
| B. Testosterone | ii. Decrease in blood pressure |
| C. Glucagon | iii. Breakdown of liver glycogen content |
| D. Atrial natriuretic factor | iv. Increases heart beat |
One of the effects of increased secretion of adrenaline is ______.
Name the following:
Two types of cortical hormones.
Give reason.
Adrenaline is often described as the emergency hormone.
