Functions

Question 1

What is the function of ribosomes?

Answer 1

Protein production in the RER
Form polysomes

Question 2

What is the main function of the endocrine system?

Answer 2

Release hormones in the blood stream

Question 3

What is the function of plasma proteins?

Answer 3

Globulins: participate in the immune system and act as transport proteins

Albumins: regulate osmotic pressure

Fibrinogens: involved in the clotting process

Question 4

What are the functions of the kidneys?

Answer 4

Regulates fluid volume
Blood pressure
Metabolic waste/drug excretion
Vitamin D conversion
pH balance
Hormone synthesis

Question 5

What is the function of insulin?

Answer 5

Stimulates cellular uptake of glucose
Decreasing serum glucose levels

Question 6

What is the function of glucagon?

Answer 6

Stimulates breakdown of glycogen to glucose

INCREASE serum glucose levels

Question 7

What’s is the role of histamine during allergic reactions?

Answer 7

Triggers the inflammatory response

INCREASE the PERMEABILITY of capillaries to WBCs and other proteins.