The system that plays an important role in maintenance of blood pressure through endocrine regulation is:
a. Thyroid
b. Hepatic
c. Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone (RAAS)
d. Pancreatic
c
Rationale: a. The thyroid gland regulates metabolism.
b. The hepatic system is involved in metabolism.
c. Correct.
d. The pancreas plays an important role in glucose metabolism.
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