Question

A 22 year old girl is about to face interview. She is restless, is sweating and her heart beats have increased. These symptoms are due to increased secretion mainly of _________

• A. thymosins
• B. catecholamines
• C. aldosterone
• D. androgens

Hint:

{Stress = adrenaline = catecholamines}.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding stress response.
During stressful situations, the body shows a fight-or-flight response mediated by adrenal hormones.

Step 2: Hormone involved.
Adrenal medulla secretes catecholamines (adrenaline and noradrenaline) which increase heart rate, sweating, and alertness.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Therefore, these symptoms are due to increased secretion of catecholamines.