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A ______ is a chemical messenger that is produced in one part of the body and is transported to another part of the body.
hormone
The ______ gland plays a significant role in regulating various bodily functions by releasing hormones.
pituitary
Thyroid hormone regulation is crucial for maintaining ______ metabolism in the body.
metabolic
The production of hormones can be stimulated by nervous ______ of an endocrine gland.
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Endocrine glands export their products directly into the ______.
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The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain just below the ______.
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Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) stimulates oocyte development in the ovary producing a ______ follicle.
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Oestrogen is produced by the ______ follicle and causes a thickening of the endometrium.
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Oxytocin regulates milk release in response to ______.
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Testosterone is produced by the ______, which are male organs found in the scrotum.
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Thyroxine is produced by the ______ and regulates metabolism.
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In type 1 diabetes, the ______ cells that produce insulin are attacked by the body's immune system.
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The hormone adrenalin is produced by the ______ glands.
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The ______ gland produces thyroid-stimulating hormone, which regulates the activity of the thyroid.
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Prolactin is responsible for stimulating ______ production.
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Too little insulin causes blood-sugar levels to ______, resulting in symptoms such as thirst and tiredness.
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Insulin is produced by the ______, which is located beside the liver.
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Too much insulin can cause blood-sugar levels to drop very low, which can result in ______ or death.
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The hypothalamus triggers the release of growth hormone by the ______.
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Thymosin, produced by the thymus, promotes maturation of ______ cells.
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The regulation of hormone levels is maintained through a ______ mechanism to counter changes.
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The ovaries are a pair of organs found only in ______.
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Study Notes
Hormones and Their Functions
- Oestrogen: Produced by the Graafian follicle; thickens the endometrium for potential implantation of a fertilized egg.
- Progesterone: Secreted by the corpus luteum; maintains the uterine lining until the corpus luteum degenerates.
Testes and Testosterone
- Testes are male reproductive organs located in the scrotum; produce testosterone for the development of male sex organs before birth.
Diabetes and Insulin
- Insulin: Produced by beta cells in the pancreas’s islets of Langerhans.
- Type 1 Diabetes: Beta cells are destroyed by the immune system, leading to insufficient insulin production.
- Type 2 Diabetes: Body cells become resistant to insulin, requiring more insulin production; eventual beta cell failure results in diabetes symptoms.
Insulin Regulation
- Low Insulin Levels: Cause elevated blood sugar, leading to symptoms such as thirst, fatigue, frequent urination, and potential weight gain.
- High Insulin Levels: Result from excessive insulin injection, causing dangerously low blood sugar; can lead to unconsciousness or death.
Diabetes Treatments
- Type 1: Managed through insulin injections.
- Type 2: Managed via diet, medication, and potential insulin injections if needed.
Feedback Mechanism
- Hormones maintain balance through feedback mechanisms, where changes are detected and counteracted by hormone action; thyroid regulation is an example.
Nerve vs. Hormone Action
- Nerve Action: Fast, electrical, short-lived, and precise.
- Hormone Action: Slow, chemical, prolonged effects, and widespread impact.
Endocrine System Functions
- Maintains homeostasis.
- Mediates responses to external stimuli.
- Regulates reproduction, growth, and development.
Pituitary Gland
- Located at the brain’s base; produces several hormones:
- FSH: Stimulates oocyte development in females and sperm production in males.
- LH: Converts the Graafian follicle to corpus luteum post-ovulation.
- Oxytocin: Regulates milk release and uterine contractions.
- Prolactin: Stimulates milk production.
Hypothalamus
- Positioned above the pituitary gland; releases growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) to stimulate growth hormone production.
Thyroid Gland
- Comprised of two lobes; secretes thyroxine to regulate metabolism and maintain homeostasis.
Thymus
- Located behind the breastbone; produces thymosin, which aids in T and B cell maturation.
Adrenal Glands
- Positioned atop each kidney; produce adrenaline, which diverts blood from the intestines to muscles during stress.
Ovaries
- Female organs situated beside the uterus; responsible for producing eggs and hormones.
Exocrine vs. Endocrine Glands
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Exocrine Glands: Release products through ducts; examples include:
- Tear glands (produce antibacterial enzyme).
- Sweat glands (help regulate body temperature).
- Salivary glands (produce saliva with amylase for starch digestion).
- Kidneys (filter waste into the bladder).
- Liver (produces bile for fat digestion).
- Pancreas (both exocrine - digestive enzymes, and endocrine - insulin).
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Endocrine Glands: Ductless and release hormones directly into the bloodstream; hormones act as chemical messengers influencing target cells.
Interconnection of Endocrine and Nervous Systems
- Nervous stimulation can trigger hormone production, highlighting the interconnected roles both systems play in body regulation.
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This quiz covers the key hormones involved in human reproduction, focusing on oestrogen and progesterone produced in female reproductive organs, as well as testosterone from male testes. Test your knowledge about how these hormones affect the reproductive system and their roles in preparing for fertilization.
