Which of the following glands and associated disorders is mismatched?
A) adrenal cortex-bronzing of skin, no increase in blood glucose levels in response to stress, dehydration, and death
B) pineal gland-decrease in T cell immune function
C) parathyroid glands-drop in blood calcium level and tetany (muscles shake)
D) ovaries-alteration in menstrual cycle and change in secondary sex characteristics
E) adult thyroid-low pulse rate and body temperature and lethargy

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The pineal gland primarily secretes melatonin, which regulates sleep patterns, rather than directly affecting T cell immune function. This makes choice B the mismatched pair. Other choices correctly match glands with their associated disorders or effects.

Which of the Following Glands and Associated Disorders Is Mismatched