MATCHING
Indicate the source of each of the hormones by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all):
-T₃
A)alpha cells of islets of Langerhans in the pancreas
B)beta cells of islets of Langerhans in the pancreas
C)anterior pituitary
D)hypothalamus
E)adrenal cortex
F)adrenal medulla
G)parathyroid gland
H)thyroid gland
I)skin

Question

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T₃ is produced by the thyroid gland.

Answer: D
 The hypothalamus produces hormones that regulate the release of T₃ from the thyroid gland.

Answer: E
 The adrenal cortex produces hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone, but not T₃.

Answer: F
 The adrenal medulla produces catecholamines such as epinephrine and norepinephrine, but not T₃.

Answer: I
 The skin produces vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, but not T₃.

Answer: A and B 
 Alpha cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas produce glucagon, while beta cells produce insulin, but not T₃.

Answer: C and G 
 The anterior pituitary gland produces hormones such as growth hormone and adrenocorticotropic hormone, while the parathyroid gland produces parathyroid hormone, but not T₃.

MATCHING Indicate the Source of Each of the Hormones by Using