Match each hormone with its corresponding function or description.
-Released by the pancreatic islets and causes a drop in the blood sugar level
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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Insulin is released by the pancreatic islets and causes a drop in the blood sugar level by promoting the uptake and storage of glucose in cells.

Answer: N
 Glucagon is released by the pancreas and causes an increase in the blood sugar level by promoting the breakdown of glycogen into glucose and the production of glucose from other sources.

Answer: E
 ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is released by the hypothalamus and causes the kidneys to retain water, reducing urine output and helping to maintain blood volume and pressure.

Answer: F
 Aldosterone is a hormone released by the adrenal glands that helps to regulate electrolyte balance and blood pressure by promoting the reabsorption of sodium and the excretion of potassium in the kidneys.

Answer: L
 Parathyroid hormone is released by the parathyroid glands and helps to regulate calcium levels in the blood by promoting its release from bone and its reabsorption in the kidneys.

Answer: O
 Melatonin is a hormone released by the pineal gland that helps to regulate sleep-wake cycles and is involved in the body's response to light and dark cycles.

Match Each Hormone with Its Corresponding Function or Description