Introduction to Neuroendocrinology: Anterior Pituitary Hormones Quiz

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What are the five types of endocrine cells in the anterior pituitary and the hormones they secrete?

The five types are somatotropes (GH), lactotropes (PRL), gonadotropes (LH and FSH), corticotropes (ACTH), and thyrotropes (TSH).

What are trophic hormones and how do they affect growth?

Trophic hormones are hormones that directly affect growth either as hyperplasia or hypertrophy on the tissue they are stimulating.

What is the role of hypophysiotropic hormones?

Hypophysiotropic hormones stimulate the release of other hormones from the anterior pituitary gland.

Which hypophysiotropic hormone is responsible for stimulating the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and prolactin from the anterior pituitary?

Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) Signup and view all the answers

Where is thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) synthesized in the brain?

TRH is synthesized within parvocellular neurons of the paraventricular nucleus of the hypothalamus. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of folliculostellate cells in the anterior pituitary?

Folliculostellate cells are thought to stimulate and support the endocrine cell populations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of TRH in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?

Stimulating the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and prolactin. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the function of CRH in the stress response.

CRH is released from the hypothalamus and stimulates the pituitary synthesis of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH)?

Stimulating the pituitary gland to produce and release growth hormone. Signup and view all the answers

How does corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) contribute to the HPA axis?

By stimulating the synthesis of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) in the pituitary gland. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the hypophyseal portal system in hormone regulation?

It allows hormones like TRH to travel from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary directly. Signup and view all the answers

How does growth hormone influence metabolism and growth in the body?

By stimulating the production of insulin-like growth factor 1 in the liver and other organs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of somatostatin in the regulation of growth hormone?

Inhibits the secretion of growth hormone from somatotrope cells Signup and view all the answers

How do somatostatin neurons in the periventricular nucleus mediate negative feedback effects on growth hormone?

Respond to high circulating concentrations of growth hormone and somatomedins by increasing somatostatin release Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of negative feedback in hormone regulation.

Product feeds back to decrease its own production to maintain normal levels. Signup and view all the answers

What hormone does the hypothalamus secrete to stimulate the production of thyroid-stimulating hormone?

Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) Signup and view all the answers

Describe the sequence of events that leads to the secretion of thyroid hormones.

Hypothalamus secretes TRH, which stimulates pituitary to produce TSH, then TSH stimulates thyroid gland to secrete hormones. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a physiological process regulated by negative feedback mechanisms.

Body temperature regulation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anterior Pituitary Endocrine Cells

Five types of endocrine cells: somatotrophs (growth hormone), lactotrophs (prolactin), corticotrophs (adrenocorticotropic hormone), thyrotrophs (thyroid-stimulating hormone), gonadotrophs (luteinizing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone).
Trophic hormones are hormones that stimulate other endocrine glands to release their hormones, essential for growth and development.

Hypophysiotropic Hormones

Hypophysiotropic hormones regulate the secretion of anterior pituitary hormones, influencing various bodily functions.
Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) stimulates the release of TSH and prolactin from the anterior pituitary.
TRH is synthesized in the hypothalamus, specifically the paraventricular nucleus.

Anterior Pituitary Cell Functions

Folliculostellate cells support hormone production and release by forming a network within the anterior pituitary.
TRH plays a critical role in the hypothalamic-pituitary axis, enhancing TSH release, which regulates thyroid hormone secretion.

Stress Response and Hormonal Regulation

Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) is pivotal in the stress response, stimulating the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which in turn promotes cortisol secretion.
Growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) primarily stimulates the production of growth hormone in the anterior pituitary.

Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Contributions

CRH contributes to the HPA axis by triggering ACTH release, which modulates the stress response and cortisol production.
The hypophyseal portal system is crucial for efficient hormone communication between the hypothalamus and anterior pituitary, allowing rapid responses to physiological changes.

Growth Hormone Functions

Growth hormone (GH) influences metabolism by promoting protein synthesis and fat breakdown, facilitating growth and development.
Somatostatin inhibits GH secretion, providing regulatory balance.
Somatostatin neurons in the periventricular nucleus mediate negative feedback by reducing GH levels when they are excessive.

Hormone Regulation Mechanisms

Negative feedback in hormone regulation is a mechanism where increased hormone levels inhibit further hormone release, maintaining homeostasis.
The hypothalamus secretes TRH to initiate the production of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
The secretion of thyroid hormones follows a sequence: TRH release stimulates TSH, which then stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones.

Physiological Processes and Negative Feedback

An example of a physiological process regulated by negative feedback mechanisms is the regulation of cortisol levels, where elevated cortisol limits further CRH and ACTH production, maintaining balance in the stress response.

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Test your knowledge on the hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary including somatotropes, lactotropes, gonadotropes, corticotropes, and thyrotropes. Explore the functions of trophic hormones and non-endocrine folliculostellate cells in neuroendocrinology.