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Which type of hormone binds to and activates receptors within cells?
Which type of hormone binds to and activates receptors within cells?
- Water-soluble hormones
- Lipid-soluble hormones (correct)
- Protein hormones
- Steroid hormones
What is the second messenger released inside the cell when a water-soluble hormone binds to a membrane receptor?
What is the second messenger released inside the cell when a water-soluble hormone binds to a membrane receptor?
- Adenylate cyclase
- Protein kinases
- Cyclic AMP (correct)
- G-protein
Which of the following factors control hormone secretion?
Which of the following factors control hormone secretion?
- Signals from the nervous system
- Chemical changes in the blood
- Other hormones
- All of the above (correct)
What type of feedback system most often regulates hormonal secretions?
What type of feedback system most often regulates hormonal secretions?
Which gland is the major integrating link between the nervous system and endocrine system?
Which gland is the major integrating link between the nervous system and endocrine system?
Which type of glands secrete their products into ducts?
Which type of glands secrete their products into ducts?
Which type of hormones are made from cholesterol?
Which type of hormones are made from cholesterol?
What is the process called when a hormone is present in excess and there is a decrease in the number of receptors?
What is the process called when a hormone is present in excess and there is a decrease in the number of receptors?
Which class of hormones is water soluble?
Which class of hormones is water soluble?
What is the main function of the endocrine system?
What is the main function of the endocrine system?
Which hormone decreases blood glucose levels?
Which hormone decreases blood glucose levels?
Which hormone increases blood glucose levels?
Which hormone increases blood glucose levels?
Which gland is responsible for secreting mineralocorticoids?
Which gland is responsible for secreting mineralocorticoids?
Which hormone is responsible for increasing sodium and water reabsorption and decreasing potassium reabsorption?
Which hormone is responsible for increasing sodium and water reabsorption and decreasing potassium reabsorption?
Which organ produces gametes in females?
Which organ produces gametes in females?
Which of the following physiological effects are caused by high concentrations of glucocorticoids during stress?
Which of the following physiological effects are caused by high concentrations of glucocorticoids during stress?
Which of the following diseases are associated with stress?
Which of the following diseases are associated with stress?
What is the main cause of exhaustion during stress?
What is the main cause of exhaustion during stress?
Which of the following conditions is NOT related to stress?
Which of the following conditions is NOT related to stress?
What is the role of interleukin-1 (IL-1) in the link between stress and immunity?
What is the role of interleukin-1 (IL-1) in the link between stress and immunity?
Which gland is attached to the roof of the third ventricle inside the brain?
Which gland is attached to the roof of the third ventricle inside the brain?
Which gland produces sex hormones related to the development and maintenance of male sexual characteristics?
Which gland produces sex hormones related to the development and maintenance of male sexual characteristics?
Which gland secretes hormones related to immunity, promoting the proliferation and maturation of T cells?
Which gland secretes hormones related to immunity, promoting the proliferation and maturation of T cells?
Which of the following tissues also secrete hormones, acting as paracrines and autocrines in most body tissues?
Which of the following tissues also secrete hormones, acting as paracrines and autocrines in most body tissues?
What bodily changes are triggered by extreme, unusual, or long-lasting stress?
What bodily changes are triggered by extreme, unusual, or long-lasting stress?
Which hormone is the most plentiful anterior pituitary hormone?
Which hormone is the most plentiful anterior pituitary hormone?
What is the function of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
What is the function of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
What is the function of luteinizing hormone (LH) in females?
What is the function of luteinizing hormone (LH) in females?
What is the function of prolactin (PRL)?
What is the function of prolactin (PRL)?
Which hormone is produced by the parafollicular cells of the thyroid gland and lowers the blood level of calcium?
Which hormone is produced by the parafollicular cells of the thyroid gland and lowers the blood level of calcium?
Flashcards
Steroid Hormone Action
Steroid Hormone Action
Steroid hormones bind to and activate receptors located inside cells.
cAMP as a Second Messenger
cAMP as a Second Messenger
cAMP acts as a second messenger when a water-soluble hormone binds to a membrane receptor.
Negative Feedback in Hormone Regulation
Negative Feedback in Hormone Regulation
Negative feedback is a regulatory mechanism where the end product inhibits its own production.
Hypothalamus Role
Hypothalamus Role
The hypothalamus acts as a bridge between the nervous system and endocrine system.
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Exocrine Glands
Exocrine Glands
Glands that release their products into ducts, not directly into the bloodstream.
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Steroid Hormone Origin
Steroid Hormone Origin
Steroid hormones are derived from cholesterol, a fat-like molecule.
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Hormone Down-regulation
Hormone Down-regulation
A process where excess hormone levels lead to a decrease in the number of receptors on target cells.
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Water-soluble Hormones
Water-soluble Hormones
Peptides and proteins are types of water-soluble hormones that travel freely in the bloodstream.
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Endocrine System Functions
Endocrine System Functions
The endocrine system regulates growth, development, metabolism, and reproductive processes.
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Insulin and Glucagon Action
Insulin and Glucagon Action
Insulin lowers blood glucose levels, while glucagon increases them.
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Adrenal Cortex Function
Adrenal Cortex Function
The outer layer of the adrenal gland produces mineralocorticoids, which regulate electrolyte balance.
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Aldosterone Role
Aldosterone Role
Aldosterone, a mineralocorticoid, regulates sodium and potassium levels in the body.
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Ovary Function
Ovary Function
The ovaries produce gametes (egg cells) in females.
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Glucocorticoids and Stress
Glucocorticoids and Stress
High levels of glucocorticoids during stress can cause glucose release, fat mobilization, and immune suppression.
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Chronic Stress and Health Risks
Chronic Stress and Health Risks
Chronic stress can lead to health issues like hypertension, diabetes, and ulcers.
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Stress-Induced Exhaustion
Stress-Induced Exhaustion
Exhaustion during stress is a result of depleted energy stores.
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Interleukin-1 and Stress Response
Interleukin-1 and Stress Response
Interleukin-1 (IL-1) is a signaling molecule that links stress and immunity.
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Pineal Gland Function
Pineal Gland Function
The pineal gland is located in the brain and produces melatonin, a hormone involved in sleep-wake cycles.
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Testes Function
Testes Function
The testes produce testosterone and other hormones related to male sexual characteristics.
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Thymus and Immunity
Thymus and Immunity
The thymus is an immune organ that secretes hormones promoting T-cell development.
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Hormones from Adipose Tissue, Pancreas, and Heart
Hormones from Adipose Tissue, Pancreas, and Heart
Adipose tissue, pancreas, and heart also secrete hormones that act on nearby cells or on the cells they originated from.
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Consequences of Extreme Stress
Consequences of Extreme Stress
Prolonged stress can lead to health problems like hypertension, atherosclerosis, and weakened immunity.
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Prolactin
Prolactin
Prolactin is the most abundant anterior pituitary hormone, responsible for milk production.
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TSH Function
TSH Function
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine.
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LH Function
LH Function
Luteinizing hormone (LH) stimulates ovulation in females.
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Calcitonin Function
Calcitonin Function
Calcitonin is produced by the thyroid gland and helps lower blood calcium levels.
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Prolactin and Milk Production
Prolactin and Milk Production
Prolactin (PRL) stimulates milk production in lactating females.
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Hormone Binding and Signaling
- Steroid hormones bind to and activate receptors within cells
- Cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) is the second messenger released inside the cell when a water-soluble hormone binds to a membrane receptor
Hormone Regulation
- Hormone secretion is controlled by negative feedback, stimulatory hormonal signals, and neural signals
- Negative feedback is the most common type of feedback system that regulates hormonal secretions
Glands and Hormones
- The hypothalamus is the major integrating link between the nervous system and endocrine system
- Exocrine glands secrete their products into ducts
- Steroid hormones are made from cholesterol
- Down-regulation is the process by which a hormone is present in excess and there is a decrease in the number of receptors
- Water-soluble hormones include peptides and proteins
Endocrine System Functions
- The main function of the endocrine system is to regulate various bodily functions, including growth and development, metabolism, and reproductive processes
- Insulin decreases blood glucose levels, while glucagon increases blood glucose levels
- The adrenal cortex is responsible for secreting mineralocorticoids
- Aldosterone is responsible for increasing sodium and water reabsorption and decreasing potassium reabsorption
Reproductive System
- The ovaries produce gametes in females
Stress and Glucocorticoids
- High concentrations of glucocorticoids during stress can cause physiological effects such as glucose release, fat mobilization, and suppression of the immune system
- Chronic stress is associated with diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and ulcers
- Exhaustion occurs during stress due to depletion of energy stores
- Stress is not related to gigantism
- Interleukin-1 (IL-1) links stress and immunity by stimulating the immune response
Glands and Hormones (continued)
- The pineal gland is attached to the roof of the third ventricle inside the brain
- The testes produce sex hormones related to the development and maintenance of male sexual characteristics
- The thymus secretes hormones related to immunity, promoting the proliferation and maturation of T cells
- Adipose tissue, the pancreas, and the heart also secrete hormones, acting as paracrines and autocrines in most body tissues
- Extreme, unusual, or long-lasting stress can trigger bodily changes such as hypertension, atherosclerosis, and suppressed immunity
Pituitary Hormones
- The most plentiful anterior pituitary hormone is prolactin
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine
- Luteinizing hormone (LH) stimulates ovulation in females
- Prolactin (PRL) stimulates milk production in lactating females
- Calcitonin, produced by the parafollicular cells of the thyroid gland, lowers the blood level of calcium
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