Endocrine System Glands Quiz

Test your knowledge on endocrine glands, hormones, and their functions with this quiz on the endocrine system.

#1

Which gland is known as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?

Thyroid gland
Pineal gland
Pituitary gland
Adrenal gland
#2

What hormone does the thyroid gland primarily produce?

Insulin
Estrogen
Thyroxine
Cortisol
#3

Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

Insulin
Thyroxine
Adrenaline
Estrogen
#4

Where is the adrenal gland located in the human body?

Above the kidneys
In the neck
In the chest
In the brain
#5

What is the primary function of the parathyroid glands?

Regulate blood sugar levels
Regulate calcium levels
Produce adrenaline
Control body temperature
#6

Which hormone is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics?

Testosterone
Estrogen
Progesterone
Insulin
#7

What is the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?

Produce hormones
Regulate body temperature
Control hunger and thirst
Coordinate hormone release
#8

Which hormone is responsible for promoting water reabsorption in the kidneys?

Aldosterone
Vasopressin
Cortisol
Insulin
#9

Which hormone is responsible for the fight-or-flight response?

Cortisol
Adrenaline
Thyroxine
Insulin
#10

Where is the thymus gland located?

In the brain
In the neck
In the chest
Behind the stomach
#11

What is the primary hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar?

Insulin
Thyroxine
Cortisol
Estrogen
#12

Which endocrine gland is responsible for the production of melatonin?

Pineal gland
Pituitary gland
Thyroid gland
Adrenal gland
#13

What is the primary function of the gonads in the endocrine system?

Regulate metabolism
Produce sex hormones
Regulate blood pressure
Control growth hormones
#14

Which hormone is released in response to low blood calcium levels?

Calcitonin
Parathyroid hormone
Insulin
Estrogen

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