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Exam 1: Ghrelin & Leptin withcomplete verified solutions
2025
During prolonged fasting or periods of energy restriction: - answer
plasma levels of ghrelin increase.
The orexigenic neurons of the satiety center in the hypothalamus
are stimulated by: - answer Ghrelin
The source of the hormone Leptin is: - answer Adipose Cells
The fast-acting hormone that plays a role in meal initiation is: -
answer Ghrelin
Appetite suppression is the primary function of - answer Leptin
Ghrelin production can be suppressed by the release of - answer
Growth hormone
Which of the following statements regarding the hormone ghrelin is
CORRECT?
A) Ghrelin is secreted by adipose cells prior to ingestion of a meal.
B) Ghrelin acts to stimulate neurons in the satiety center, thus
increasing appetite and food intake.
C) Periods of starvation and weight loss strongly inhibit ghrelin
secretion.
D) Ghrelin has actions similar to insulin - answer B
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