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Question

Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
Hormone - Function

  1. Insulin - Regulation of blood glucose
  2. Melatonin - Regulation of sleep
  3. Oxytocin - Release of milk from mammary glands
  4. Gastrin - Regulation of blood pressure

Answer:

Option D: Gastrin - Regulation of blood pressure

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Gastrin - Regulation of blood pressure”.

Hormone Function
Insulin Regulates blood glucose levels by promoting glucose uptake into cells.
Melatonin Regulates sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms.
Oxytocin Stimulates the release of milk from mammary glands and also facilitates uterine contractions during childbirth.
Gastrin Stimulates the secretion of gastric acid in the stomach and is involved in the digestive process, not in the regulation of blood pressure.