Which of the following groups of structures work together to help our bodies fight disease?
A) hippocampus, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland
B) hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands
C) hippocampus, medulla, and pituitary gland
D) basal ganglia, adrenal glands, and pituitary gland

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The hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands make up the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which is involved in regulating the body's stress response and immune system. The HPA axis helps the body fight disease by releasing hormones that activate the immune system and help to reduce inflammation. The other structures listed (hippocampus, medulla, basal ganglia) are not directly involved in immune system function.

Which of the Following Groups of Structures Work Together to Help