Secretions of the pineal gland
A. include vasopressin.
B. may be involved with development of the immune system.
C. may inhibit reproductive functions.
D. increase the release of GnRH from the hypothalamus.
E. decrease the tendency to sleep.
C
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What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is not a function of the carbonic acid/bicarbonate system?
A. Regulation of the pH of the intracellular environment B. Regulating pH changes of the blood during exercise C. Regulation of blood pH during elevated fat matabolism D. Regulation of blood pH in coordination with the respiratory system E. Regulation of blood pH in coordination with the kidneys
The dural sinuses are found between the arachnoid and pia mater.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which is not one of the cardinal signs of inflammation?
A. Heat B. Redness C. Loss of function D. Numbness E. Swelling