Biology · Neurobiology of Hunger
Consider the following statements regarding hypothalamic regulation of hunger via the Arcuate Nucleus (ARC): I. ARC orexigenic neurons promote appetite and are stimulated by ghrelin. II. Orexigenic neurons release Neuropeptide Y (NPY) and Agouti-Related Peptide (AgRP) to inhibit food intake. III. Anorexigenic neurons suppress appetite and are regulated by leptin, insulin, and PYY. IV. NPY and AgRP inhibit anorexigenic pathways to stimulate feeding behavior. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1I, III and IV Only✓
- 2I and II Only
- 3II, III and IV Only
- 4I, II and IV Only
Correct answer
I, III and IV Only
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