Question

The classic steps for identifying an endocrine gland include removing the suspected gland, replacing the hormone, and which other step?

a) imaging the suspected area
b) blocking the hormone receptor
c) creating a state of hormone excess
d) blocking hormone action

Answer 1

The correct answer is option c) "creating a state of hormone excess".

Step-by-step explanation:

In order to identify an endocrine gland is necessary to create a state of hormone excess after removing the suspected gland and replacing the hormone. The state of hormone excess is created by adding an extra gland or administer and extract of the gland to a normal animal. The symptoms of hormone excess should appear in the animal.