Sail E0 Webinar
Question
The hormone which regulates the basal metabolism in our body is secreted from
Options:
A .  Pituitary
B .  Hypothalamus
C .  Pineal body
D .  Thyroid
Answer: Option D
:
D
Basal metabolism is the minimum amount of energy that the body uses in order to maintain vital processes. Thyroid is the largest endocrine gland which secretesthree hormones thyroxine, triiodothyronine and calcitonin.Thyroxine and triiodothyronine control BMR of the body by regulating the rate of oxidation and production of energy. Calcitonin regulates the concentration of calcium and phosphorus in the blood.

Was this answer helpful ?
Next Question

Submit Solution

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest Videos

Latest Test Papers