CRH is a releasing hormone that acts on the pituitary to stimulate ACTH production. A researcher hypothesizes that if CRH is elevated for too long, that up-regulation of receptors will occur. His justification is that increased ligand concentration will stimulate increased receptor synthesis. Which of these is the responses provides the correct explanation with the most accurate justification?

The above diagram shows the biochemical pathway of triglyceride metabolism In the mitochondria, Fatty acid chains can be converted into Acetyl CoA. How do cells process excess amounts of Acetyl CoA?

A research group seeks to develop a compound that will increase norepinephrine synaptic activity. Which of these would be the optimal way to do that?

Which of the following could result in the cortisol reflex arc illustrated above?

The diagram below shows the autonomic and somatic nervous systems. Systems 1-3 represent a unique autonomic system pathway. NT 1 refers to the location where the first neurotransmitter/receptor combo is found. NT 2 refers to the location where the second neurotransmitter/receptor combo is found. System 2 likely has these attributes

Neurons depolarize when a Na+ channel opens and Na+ rapidly diffuses into the cell. What type of neurotransmitter-receptor complex is found in the synapse of two connecting neurons?

How would this pathway change if the individual developed a primary pathology of hypercortisolism?

Which of these statements best describes the difference between a Naive B cell and a Plasma cell?

The above diagram illustrates the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. Use the diagram to answer the following questions Which of these statements best describes the interaction between renin and angiotensinogen?

Despite having different pathologies, Type I and Type II diabetes mellitus have similar effects on metabolic function. Which of the statements below accurately state the differences between the two disorders?