NEET2017ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationActual
Which of the following statement is correct in relation to the endocrine system?
Options
- AAdenohypophysis is under direct neural regulation of the hypothalamus
- BOrgans in the body like gastro-intestinal tract, heart, kidney and liver do not produce any hormones
- CNon-nutrient chemicals produced by the body in trace amount that act as inter-cellular messanger are known as
- DReleasing and inhibitory hormones are produced by the pituitary gland
Correct answer
C. Non-nutrient chemicals produced by the body in trace amount that act as inter-cellular messanger are known as
Step-by-step solution
Endocrine cells are present in different parts of the gastro-intestinal tract, e.g. gastrin, secretin, GIP. Atrial wall of our heart secretes a peptide hormone called ANF (Atrial Natriuretic Factor). RH / IH are produced by hypothalamus. Adenohypophysis is not directly under neural control, it is under the control of hypothalamic hormones, brought by portal system.