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What is the primary role of estrogens in the human body?
What is the primary role of estrogens in the human body?
- To promote lung function
- To develop female characteristics (correct)
- To increase blood pressure
- To enhance muscle strength
How does adrenaline primarily affect the body during stressful situations?
How does adrenaline primarily affect the body during stressful situations?
- By slowing down heart rate
- By increasing heart rate and metabolism (correct)
- By promoting relaxation
- By constricting blood vessels
What triggers the release of renin in the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System?
What triggers the release of renin in the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System?
- Stress response
- Drop in blood pressure (correct)
- Increase in blood pressure
- High levels of sodium
What is the function of somatostatin in the endocrine system?
What is the function of somatostatin in the endocrine system?
What is a primary effect of angiotensin II?
What is a primary effect of angiotensin II?
What effect does noradrenaline have on blood pressure?
What effect does noradrenaline have on blood pressure?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for mobilizing energy during stress?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for mobilizing energy during stress?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating water balance in the body?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating water balance in the body?
In cases of severe blood loss, which hormone is responsible for maintaining blood flow to vital organs?
In cases of severe blood loss, which hormone is responsible for maintaining blood flow to vital organs?
Which receptors primarily increase heart rate and contraction force?
Which receptors primarily increase heart rate and contraction force?
What is the role of Substance P in the nervous system?
What is the role of Substance P in the nervous system?
What are the effects of prolonged high cortisol levels?
What are the effects of prolonged high cortisol levels?
What is the primary function of Growth Hormone (GH)?
What is the primary function of Growth Hormone (GH)?
Which hormone plays a role in stimulating uterine contractions during childbirth?
Which hormone plays a role in stimulating uterine contractions during childbirth?
Which hormone is primarily released by the adrenal glands and is crucial for the stress response?
Which hormone is primarily released by the adrenal glands and is crucial for the stress response?
What condition may result from an excess of Prolactin?
What condition may result from an excess of Prolactin?
What characterizes Cushing's Syndrome?
What characterizes Cushing's Syndrome?
Which hormone is responsible for triggering ovulation in females?
Which hormone is responsible for triggering ovulation in females?
In diabetes insipidus, what is the primary hormone deficiency?
In diabetes insipidus, what is the primary hormone deficiency?
What effect does Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) have on the thyroid gland?
What effect does Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) have on the thyroid gland?
What are the consequences of hypothyroidism?
What are the consequences of hypothyroidism?
Which hormone plays a role in the body's response to stress?
Which hormone plays a role in the body's response to stress?
What is a typical function of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3)?
What is a typical function of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3)?
Deficiency in Growth Hormone (GH) during childhood primarily results in which condition?
Deficiency in Growth Hormone (GH) during childhood primarily results in which condition?
Which hormone is produced in response to darkness and helps induce sleep?
Which hormone is produced in response to darkness and helps induce sleep?
What is the primary function of thymosin?
What is the primary function of thymosin?
Which gland is responsible for producing adrenaline?
Which gland is responsible for producing adrenaline?
What is the role of aldosterone?
What is the role of aldosterone?
Which hormone is secreted by the pancreas to lower blood glucose levels?
Which hormone is secreted by the pancreas to lower blood glucose levels?
Which hormone is involved in regulating calcium levels in the blood?
Which hormone is involved in regulating calcium levels in the blood?
What is the main function of the hormone cortisol?
What is the main function of the hormone cortisol?
Which of the following hormones is primarily associated with the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle?
Which of the following hormones is primarily associated with the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle?
What is the primary function of aldosterone?
What is the primary function of aldosterone?
Which hormone is released in response to low blood calcium levels?
Which hormone is released in response to low blood calcium levels?
Which gland produces melatonin?
Which gland produces melatonin?
Which of the following is a primary effect of cortisol?
Which of the following is a primary effect of cortisol?
What process does the liver use to release glucose during fasting?
What process does the liver use to release glucose during fasting?
Which symptoms are associated with Addison's disease due to adrenal insufficiency?
Which symptoms are associated with Addison's disease due to adrenal insufficiency?
What condition is typically associated with elevated cortisol levels?
What condition is typically associated with elevated cortisol levels?
How does the liver maintain blood glucose levels during feeding?
How does the liver maintain blood glucose levels during feeding?
What is one of the primary functions of the liver in relation to toxins?
What is one of the primary functions of the liver in relation to toxins?
Which substance does the liver produce from excess amino acids?
Which substance does the liver produce from excess amino acids?
What role do Kupffer cells play in the liver's function?
What role do Kupffer cells play in the liver's function?
How does the liver regulate blood sugar levels?
How does the liver regulate blood sugar levels?
What does the liver synthesize that is essential for cell membranes?
What does the liver synthesize that is essential for cell membranes?
Which vitamins are stored by the liver?
Which vitamins are stored by the liver?
What is a function of the bile produced by the liver?
What is a function of the bile produced by the liver?
Which of the following correctly describes the liver's role in metabolism?
Which of the following correctly describes the liver's role in metabolism?
Flashcards
Detoxification by Liver
Detoxification by Liver
The liver breaks down harmful substances like drugs and alcohol into less dangerous forms that can be removed from the body.
Metabolism by Liver
Metabolism by Liver
The liver plays a key role in processing carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. It maintains blood sugar levels by storing and releasing glucose as needed.
Liver's Role in Immunity
Liver's Role in Immunity
The liver contains Kupffer cells, specialized immune cells that engulf and destroy harmful substances in the blood.
Cholesterol Production by Liver
Cholesterol Production by Liver
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Micronutrient Storage in Liver
Micronutrient Storage in Liver
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Liver's Blood Sugar Regulation
Liver's Blood Sugar Regulation
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Bile Production by Liver
Bile Production by Liver
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Liver: A Vital Organ
Liver: A Vital Organ
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What is the function of Growth Hormone (GH)?
What is the function of Growth Hormone (GH)?
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What are some examples of conditions caused by GH imbalances?
What are some examples of conditions caused by GH imbalances?
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What is the function of Prolactin?
What is the function of Prolactin?
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What can happen with high levels of prolactin?
What can happen with high levels of prolactin?
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What does Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) do?
What does Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) do?
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What is the function of Luteinizing Hormone (LH)?
What is the function of Luteinizing Hormone (LH)?
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What does Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) do?
What does Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) do?
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What can TSH levels tell us about thyroid function?
What can TSH levels tell us about thyroid function?
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What are the functions of Estrogens and Testosterone?
What are the functions of Estrogens and Testosterone?
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What does Adrenaline (Epinephrine) do?
What does Adrenaline (Epinephrine) do?
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What is the primary function of Noradrenaline (Norepinephrine)?
What is the primary function of Noradrenaline (Norepinephrine)?
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What does Somatostatin do in the body?
What does Somatostatin do in the body?
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What is the function of Substance P?
What is the function of Substance P?
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Where are Estrogens and Testosterone produced?
Where are Estrogens and Testosterone produced?
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How do Adrenal disorders affect sex hormones?
How do Adrenal disorders affect sex hormones?
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What are the main differences between Adrenaline and Noradrenaline?
What are the main differences between Adrenaline and Noradrenaline?
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What is the RAAS?
What is the RAAS?
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What is cortisol's role in stress response?
What is cortisol's role in stress response?
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What is Cushing's syndrome?
What is Cushing's syndrome?
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What are alpha-1 receptors?
What are alpha-1 receptors?
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What are beta-1 receptors?
What are beta-1 receptors?
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What are beta-2 receptors?
What are beta-2 receptors?
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What is the function of oxytocin?
What is the function of oxytocin?
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What is the function of ADH?
What is the function of ADH?
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Aldosterone's Primary Function
Aldosterone's Primary Function
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Hormone Released for Low Blood Calcium
Hormone Released for Low Blood Calcium
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Melatonin Production Site
Melatonin Production Site
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Primary Effect of Cortisol
Primary Effect of Cortisol
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Liver's Role in Blood Glucose Regulation
Liver's Role in Blood Glucose Regulation
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Effects of Chronic Cortisol Exposure
Effects of Chronic Cortisol Exposure
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Pathophysiology of Addison's Disease
Pathophysiology of Addison's Disease
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Treatment Options for Addison's Disease
Treatment Options for Addison's Disease
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Thymosin's Function
Thymosin's Function
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Thymus Gland's Role
Thymus Gland's Role
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What are T Cells?
What are T Cells?
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Thymus Dysfunction
Thymus Dysfunction
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Melatonin's Function
Melatonin's Function
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Pineal Gland's Role
Pineal Gland's Role
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Insulin's Function
Insulin's Function
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Glucagon's Function
Glucagon's Function
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Study Notes
Liver Functions and Hormones
- The liver is a vital organ, performing detoxification, metabolism, immune response, and producing key bodily substances.
- Detoxification: The liver neutralises toxins (drugs, alcohol) converting them into less harmful substances for excretion. Ammonia is converted to urea, which the kidneys excrete.
- Metabolism: The liver metabolizes carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. It regulates blood glucose, storing excess glucose as glycogen and releasing it when needed. It synthesizes proteins (albumin, clotting factors), and converts excess amino acids to fatty acids and urea.
- Immune System: Kupffer cells in the liver act as macrophages, capturing and digesting bacteria, dead cells, and debris, purifying the blood.
- Cholesterol Production: The liver synthesizes cholesterol, crucial for cell membranes, steroid hormones, and bile acids. Cholesterol is transported as lipoproteins (LDL and HDL).
- Micronutrient Storage: The liver stores vitamins (A, D, E, K, B12), iron, and copper, releasing them as needed.
Suprarenal (Adrenal) Glands: Hormones and Functions
- The adrenal glands are located atop each kidney, with cortex and medulla.
- Adrenal Cortex:
- Aldosterone: Regulates sodium and potassium levels in the blood, influencing blood pressure and fluid balance. Elevated aldosterone levels can result in high blood pressure and low potassium levels.
- Corticosterone: A glucocorticoid involved in energy metabolism and immune response, regulating inflammation and the body's stress response. Elevated corticosterone in chronic stress can suppress immune function.
- Cortisol and Cortisone: Increases blood glucose, breaks down fats and proteins, and has anti-inflammatory effects.
- Estrogens and Testosterone: The adrenal glands also produce small amounts of these sex hormones, contributing to sexual characteristics. Imbalance of these hormones can affect sexual development.
- Adrenal Medulla:
- Adrenaline (Epinephrine): Prepares the body for "fight or flight" by increasing heart rate, dilating airways, and releasing energy.
- Noradrenaline (Norepinephrine): Similar to adrenaline, increasing blood pressure by constricting blood vessels and maintaining organ blood flow during stress.
Other Endocrine Glands and their Hormones
- Hypothalamus: Regulates various hormones, including growth hormone (GH), thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), insulin, and glucagon.
- Pituitary Gland (Anterior):
- Growth Hormone (GH): Stimulates growth, cell reproduction, cell regeneration, and regulates metabolism.
- Prolactin: Promotes milk production in mammary glands after childbirth.
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Stimulates ovarian follicle growth in females and spermatogenesis in males.
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH): Triggers ovulation in females and stimulates testosterone production in males.
- Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones (T3 & T4), which regulate metabolism.
- Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH): Stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce cortisol, which helps the body respond to stress.
- Pituitary Gland (Posterior): Contains oxytocin (uterine contractions during childbirth and milk ejection) and antidiuretic hormone (ADH/vasopressin - regulates water balance, urine production and blood pressure).
- Thyroid Gland: Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) regulate metabolism, growth, and development. Also includes Calcitonin (lowers blood calcium).
- Parathyroid Gland: Parathyroid hormone (PTH) increases blood calcium levels by stimulating osteoclasts and increasing calcium reabsorption.
- Pancreas:
- Insulin: Lowers blood glucose levels by promoting glucose uptake and glycogen production.
- Glucagon: Raises blood glucose levels by stimulating glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
- Gonads (Testes and Ovaries):
- Testosterone: Responsible for male secondary sexual characteristics and sperm production.
- Estrogens and Progesterone: Responsible for female secondary sexual characteristics, menstrual cycle, and pregnancy maintenance.
- Pineal Gland: Produces melatonin, regulating sleep-wake cycles.
- Thymus: Produces thymosin, vital for T-cell maturation and adaptive immune response.
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