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A hormone made by the thyroid gland:
 
  A) prepares the uterus for pregnancy.
  B) controls body pigmentation.
  C) stimulates release of milk.
  D) influences bone and calcium metabolism.

Question 2

The term cheilosis refers to the abdomen.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) The ovary makes progesterone, which prepares the uterus for pregnancy.
B) Melanocyte-stimulating hormone made by the pituitary controls body pigmentation.
C) The pituitary makes prolactin, which stimulates the production of milk.
D) Correct. Calcitonin made by the thyroid gland influences bone and calcium metabolism.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: Cheilosis means an abnormal condition of the lip.



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