Asked by Hayden Spalding on Jul 07, 2024

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Four of the five answers listed below are related by a common source. Select the exception.

A) calcitonin
B) norepinephrine
C) cortisol
D) epinephrine
E) aldosterone

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response; also affects mood.

Calcitonin

Thyroid hormone that encourages bones to take up and incorporate calcium.

Aldosterone

A steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that regulates sodium and potassium balance in the blood, thus controlling blood pressure and fluid balance.

  • Absorb knowledge regarding the control and effects exerted by different hormones on target organs.
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Andualem AdugnawJul 08, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Calcitonin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates calcium levels in the body, while the other four hormones (norepinephrine, cortisol, epinephrine, and aldosterone) are produced by the adrenal gland.