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Which of the following hormones are classified as stimulating hormones? (Select all that apply)
What is the function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
Regulates fluids in the system by notifying the kidneys and pituitary gland when to release or maintain fluid.
Thyroxine (T4) is one of the hormones secreted by the thyroid gland.
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What hormone is produced by the parathyroid gland?
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What region of the adrenal glands is crucial for the fight-or-flight response?
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The thyroid gland controls _____ and _____ metabolism.
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Identify one function of the pituitary gland.
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The hypothalamus integrates the endocrine and autonomic nervous systems.
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What hormone does the pancreas secrete to lower blood glucose levels?
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Study Notes
Stimulating Hormones
- Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH): Signals the pituitary gland to release other hormones.
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH): Signals the pituitary gland to release thyroid hormones.
- Luteinizing hormone (LH): Plays a role in ovulation and testosterone production.
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH): Stimulates the production of eggs in females and sperm in males.
Effector Hormones
- Antidiuretic hormone (ADH): Regulates fluid balance in the body by controlling water reabsorption in the kidneys.
- Oxytocin: Involved in social bonding, childbirth, and milk production.
- Growth hormone: Promotes growth and development of tissues, including muscle growth.
- Prolactin: Stimulates milk production.
Thyroid Hormones
- Thyroxine (T4): A key hormone in regulating metabolism and growth.
- Triiodothyronine (T3): Also involved in metabolism and growth.
- Calcitonin: Regulates calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood.
Adrenal Glands
- Located on top of the kidneys.
- Play a critical role in the fight-or-flight response.
- Adrenal Cortex: Outer layer of the adrenal gland, responsible for producing hormones like cortisol and aldosterone.
- Adrenal Medulla: Inner layer of the adrenal gland, responsible for producing adrenaline and noradrenaline.
Parathyroid Gland
- Located near the thyroid gland.
- Secretes parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is responsible for regulating calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood.
Endocrine System
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Five general functions:
- Differentiation of reproductive and nervous systems during fetal development.
- Stimulation of growth and development in childhood and adolescence.
- Coordination of male and female reproductive systems.
- Maintenance of an optimal internal environment throughout life.
- Initiation of stress responses and adaptation.
Thyroid Gland
- Located in the neck.
- Releases hormones that regulate metabolism and growth.
- Controls the rate at which the body converts food into energy.
- Impacts cardiac function, with both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism impacting heart health.
Pituitary Gland
- Located at the base of the brain.
- Controlled by the hypothalamus.
- "Master gland" because it regulates the activity of other endocrine glands.
- Produces hormones essential for growth, metabolism, reproduction, and other bodily functions.
Hypothalamus
- Integrates the endocrine and nervous systems, controlling the function of endocrine organs through neural and hormonal pathways.
- Uses a negative feedback system to regulate the endocrine system.
Pancreas
- Secretes insulin and glucagon.
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Insulin:
- Increases glucose uptake by cells.
- Facilitates glucose storage.
- Is released during fight or flight responses.
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Glucagon:
- Stimulates the release of glucose from the liver.
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Test your knowledge on the different hormones produced by the endocrine system, including stimulating hormones, effector hormones, and thyroid hormones. Dive into how these hormones function and their roles in body regulation. This quiz covers key concepts and details about hormone action and significance.
