In addition to histone acetylase complexes, multiprotein chromatin-remodeling complexes are required for activation at many promoters. The first of these complexes characterized was the yeast SWI/SNF chromatin-remodeling complex. One of the SWI/SNF subunits has homology to

#Question id: 11780

#Unit 7. System Physiology – Animal

A patient has a goiter associated with high plasma levels of both thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Her heart rate is elevated. This patient most likely has which of the following?

#Question id: 11781

#Unit 7. System Physiology – Animal

A 40-year-old woman comes to the emergency room with a fracture in the neck of the femur. Radiographs reveal generalized demineralization of the bone in the area. Her plasma calcium ion concentration is significantly greater than normal: 12.2 mg/dL. Which of the following conditions is consistent with this presentation?

#Question id: 11782

#Unit 7. System Physiology – Animal

Which of the following pairs of hormones and the corresponding action is incorrect?

#Question id: 11783

#Unit 7. System Physiology – Animal

Delayed breathing at birth is a common danger faced by newborn infants. What is a frequent cause of delayed breathing?

#Question id: 11784

#Unit 7. System Physiology – Animal

Which of the following hormones is both synthesized and stored in the pituitary gland?

#Question id: 11785

#Unit 7. System Physiology – Animal

A man is taking a number of medications, one of which appears to be interfering with the emission phase of the sexual act. Which of the following medications could cause this problem?