Q. Select the correct matching of a hormone, its source and function. Hormone – Source – Function
A) Vasopressin – Posterior pituitary – Increases loss of water through urine
B) Norepinephrine – Adrenal medulla – Increases heart beat, rate of respiration and alertness
C) Glucagon – Beta-cells of Islets of Langerhans – Stimulates glycogenolysis
D) Prolactin – Posterior pituitary – Regulates growth of mammary glands and milk formation in females
Explanation
[Solution from source] Norepinephrine (with epinephrine) from the adrenal medulla is an emergency hormone that raises heart rate, breathing rate and alertness. Vasopressin (ADH) reduces water loss in urine, glucagon comes from alpha cells (beta cells make insulin), and prolactin is secreted by the anterior pituitary. Answer (2).
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