Question

In the set of terms given below, there is an odd one and cannot be grouped in the same category to which the other three belong. Identify the odd term in each set and name the category to which the remaining three belong.

• A. Cortisone
• B. Somatotropin
• C. Adrenocorticotropic hormone
• D. Vasopressin

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Cortisone

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Cortisone is a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid) and secreted in adrenal cortex (adrenal gland).
2. It modulates the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins in the body.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Options B and C:

1. Somatotropin and adrenocorticotropic hormone are secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.
2. These hormones are called tropic hormones since they modulate other endocrine glands to secrete their particular hormone.

Option D:

1. Vasopressin or ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland.
2. It regulates the amount of water in the body and its inadequacy leads to diabetes insipidus disorder.

Final answer: The odd one out of the following terms cortisone, somatotropin, adrenocorticotropic hormone, and vasopressin is Cortisone.