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.

Answer: N
 Glucagon is released by the pancreas and raises blood sugar levels.

Answer: E
 ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is released by the pituitary gland and helps regulate water balance by reducing urine output.

Answer: F
 Aldosterone is released by the adrenal glands and helps regulate salt and water balance in the body.

Answer: L
 Parathyroid hormone is released by the parathyroid glands and helps regulate calcium levels in the body.

Answer: O
 Melatonin is released by the pineal gland and helps regulate sleep-wake cycles.

Note: This question is incomplete as it does not have corresponding functions or descriptions for all hormone options given.

Match Each Hormone with Its Corresponding Function or Description