Questions: The parathyroid gland secretes the hormone PTH PRL ADH FSH
Transcript text: Multiple Choice Question
The parathyroid gland secretes the hormone $\qquad$
PTH
PRL
ADH
FSH
Solution
The answer is the first one (PTH): the parathyroid gland secretes the hormone parathyroid hormone (PTH).
Explanation for each option:
PTH (Parathyroid Hormone): Correct. The parathyroid glands secrete parathyroid hormone, which regulates calcium levels in the blood.
PRL (Prolactin): Incorrect. Prolactin is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and is involved in milk production.
ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone): Incorrect. Antidiuretic hormone is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland and helps regulate water balance in the body.
FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone): Incorrect. Follicle-stimulating hormone is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and is involved in the regulation of reproductive processes.
Summary:
The parathyroid gland secretes the hormone PTH (Parathyroid Hormone).