5:26 934 d2l.laurentian.ca Quiz 3 0:38:26 elapsed Which one of the following pairs of hormones are not antagonistic? a) aldosterone - ADH b) aldosterone - atrial natriuretic peptide c) PTH - calcitonin d) GHRH - somatostatin e) insulin - glucagon

Let’s zoom into the fascinating world of hormones! Antagonistic hormones usually have opposite effects on the same physiological functions. For instance, insulin lowers blood sugar while glucagon raises it. In your example, aldosterone and ADH both play roles in fluid balance but do so in different contexts, making them non-antagonistic. Understanding these interactions can be crucial in fields like endocrinology and medicine. Students and practitioners often encounter situations where managing hormones, like balancing insulin and glucagon for diabetes patients, can significantly impact treatment outcomes. Recognizing which hormones work together or in opposition can help inform more effective therapies!