Question

Which of the following would be expected to alter hormonal levels?

Answer 1

Answer: E. All of the above

Explanation:

Hormones are called as the chemical messengers.  These are secreted by the specialized cells of body and their action is on other cells of the body that are called as the target. The following can alter the hormonal levels in the body:

A. Changes in mineral and nutrient plasma levels: The minerals and nutrients can supports the amount of secretion of the hormones.

B. Pituitary tumor: The pituitary gland is a secretor of various hormones if the tumor produces over the pituitary gland then this will lead to the inhibition of hormone secretion from pituitary.

C. Transatlantic flight: The flight above the dense ocean is called as transatlantic flight. This may be responsible for increase in secretion of hormones which are responsible for increasing the stress and anxiety.

D. Training for the Olympics: In such a situation, the hormones which can increase the performance will be released such as testosterone.