Question

Name the endocrine gland in which the following hormones are synthesized. Write one

function for each hormone:

i. Melatonin ii. Glucagon iii. Thyrocalcitonin

iv. Progesterone v. Glucocorticoids​

Answer 1

1. Melatonin - It is secreted by the pineal gland. Function - Pineal gland controls sexual behavior, menstrual cycle and influences our defense capacity.

2. Glucagon - It is secreted by pancreas. Function - It increases the amount of the blood. sugar in

3. Thyrocalcitonin - It is secreted by parafollicular cells of Thyroid gland.

Function - It enhances deposition of calcium ion in boned, thuz making bones stronger.

4. Glucocorticoids - It is secreted by Zona Fasciculata of Adrenal cortex. Function - It maintains the cardio-vascular

system and kidney functions.

5. Progesterone - It is secreted by the corpus luteum and placenta.

Function - It supportes pregnancy and acts on mammary glands to stimulate alveoli formation and milk secretion.