The adipocyte is a metabolically active endocrine cell that releases numerous hormones involved in regulating appetite, energy balance, body fat content, and reproduction.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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Iron has an important metabolic function in:
a. oxygen transport. b. thyroxine synthesis. c. calcium and phosphorus balance. d. neutralizing gastric secretions.
Which of the following occurs when less oxygen is supplied to the kidneys?
A. Kidneys secrete the hormone erythropoietin into the blood. B. Kidneys stimulate the production of aldosterone into the blood. C. Kidneys secrete the hormone thrombopoietin into the blood. D. Kidneys stimulate the production of leptin into the blood. E. Kidneys secrete the hormone hepcidin into the blood.
Which is true with osteoporosis?
a. it is more common in men than in women b. it is treated with 500 mg calcium per day c. it is common in those 65 years of age and older d. weight bearing exercise exacerbates the problem
Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
A. Night blindness B. Pellagra C. Scurvy D. Xerophthalmia E. Osteomalacia F. Rickets G. Beriberi H. Pernicious anemia