Match the terms with their correct meanings.
-Sugar present in the urine
A)adenohypophysis
B)adrenocorticotropin
C)aldosterone
D)calcitonin
E)catecholamine
F)electrolyte
G)glucocorticoid
H)glycemia
I)glycosuria
J)homeostasis
K)hypokalemia
L)hyponatremia
M)hypothalamus
N)oxytocin
O)pancreatectomy
P)parathyroidectomy
Q)polydipsia
R)progesterone
S)tetraiodothyronine
T)vasopressin

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Glycosuria is the presence of sugar in the urine.

Answer: A
 Adenohypophysis refers to the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, which secretes various hormones.

Answer: B
 Adrenocorticotropin is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce cortisol.

Answer: C
 Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal gland that helps regulate electrolyte balance and blood pressure.

Answer: D
 Calcitonin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood.

Answer: E
 Catecholamines are a group of hormones produced by the adrenal gland, including adrenaline and noradrenaline.

Answer: F
 An electrolyte is a substance that dissociates into ions in solution, such as sodium, chloride, and potassium.

Answer: G
 Glucocorticoids are a group of hormones produced by the adrenal gland that help regulate glucose metabolism and immune function.

Answer: H
 Glycemia refers to the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood.

Answer: J
 Homeostasis refers to the tendency of the body to maintain a stable internal environment, including electrolyte balance, glucose levels, and hormone regulation.

Answer: K
 Hypokalemia refers to low levels of potassium in the blood.

Answer: L
 Hyponatremia refers to low levels of sodium in the blood.

Answer: M
 The hypothalamus is a region of the brain that helps regulate hormone production and numerous physiological processes.

Answer: N
 Oxytocin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that helps stimulate uterine contractions during childbirth and also plays a role in social bonding.

Answer: O
 Pancreatectomy refers to the surgical removal of the pancreas, which can result in diabetes mellitus.

Answer: P
 Parathyroidectomy refers to the surgical removal of one or more of the parathyroid glands, which can result in imbalances in calcium levels in the blood.

Answer: Q
 Polydipsia refers to excessive thirst and may be a symptom of various medical conditions, such as diabetes mellitus.

Answer: R
 Progesterone is a hormone produced by the ovaries and placenta that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and also plays a role in regulating the menstrual cycle.

Answer: S
 Tetraiodothyronine (also known as thyroxine or T4) is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that helps regulate metabolism and body temperature.

Answer: T
 Vasopressin (also known as antidiuretic hormone or ADH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that helps regulate water balance and blood pressure.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings