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Which of the following is a primary physiological effect of cortisol release?
Which of the following is a primary physiological effect of cortisol release?
What is the role of mineralocorticoids, such as aldosterone, in response to chronic stress?
What is the role of mineralocorticoids, such as aldosterone, in response to chronic stress?
Which of the following is NOT a typical immediate response of the body to short-term stress?
Which of the following is NOT a typical immediate response of the body to short-term stress?
Which hormone is released quickly due to the nervous system's control in response to stress?
Which hormone is released quickly due to the nervous system's control in response to stress?
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What is a potential impact of long-term stress on overall health?
What is a potential impact of long-term stress on overall health?
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Which characteristic best differentiates endocrine glands from exocrine glands?
Which characteristic best differentiates endocrine glands from exocrine glands?
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What is the primary function of tropic hormones?
What is the primary function of tropic hormones?
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Why is the pituitary gland often referred to as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?
Why is the pituitary gland often referred to as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?
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Which of the following is NOT produced by the posterior pituitary?
Which of the following is NOT produced by the posterior pituitary?
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What are the target cell receptors for hormones primarily made of?
What are the target cell receptors for hormones primarily made of?
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How does the hormone adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) affect the body?
How does the hormone adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) affect the body?
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What is the primary function of melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH)?
What is the primary function of melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH)?
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Which of the following is NOT a direct function regulated by cortisol?
Which of the following is NOT a direct function regulated by cortisol?
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What is the primary role of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
What is the primary role of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
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A goiter, an enlargement of the thyroid gland, is often a result of which deficiency?
A goiter, an enlargement of the thyroid gland, is often a result of which deficiency?
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Which of the following is classified as a physiological stressor?
Which of the following is classified as a physiological stressor?
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According to the provided text, how does the body typically react to both physiological and psychological stressors?
According to the provided text, how does the body typically react to both physiological and psychological stressors?
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In the 'fight or flight' response, what is the sequence of events immediately following a stressful signal received by the hypothalamus?
In the 'fight or flight' response, what is the sequence of events immediately following a stressful signal received by the hypothalamus?
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Which hormones are released by the adrenal glands during short-term stress?
Which hormones are released by the adrenal glands during short-term stress?
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What is a consequence of the pituitary gland continuously producing more TSH due to iodine deficiency?
What is a consequence of the pituitary gland continuously producing more TSH due to iodine deficiency?
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Which of the following is the most accurate description of how T3 and T4 affect the body?
Which of the following is the most accurate description of how T3 and T4 affect the body?
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What is the relation between iodine, TSH and the thyroid?
What is the relation between iodine, TSH and the thyroid?
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Study Notes
The Endocrine System
- The endocrine system comprises glands and cells that secrete hormones into the bloodstream
- Hormones have a slower and longer-lasting effect on the body compared to the nervous system
Major Endocrine Organs
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Hypothalamus: Controls the secretion of hormones
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Pituitary gland: Often called the "master gland", it controls the secretion of hormones
- Posterior pituitary: Doesn't produce hormones; it stores and releases hormones from the nervous system.
- Anterior pituitary: Produces hormones that trigger responses in other endocrine glands
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Parathyroid glands: Located on the thyroid gland, they regulate calcium levels
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Thyroid gland: Produces hormones that control metabolism
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Adrenal glands: Responsible for the stress response, secreting adrenaline, noradrenaline, and cortisol
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Pancreas: Produces insulin and glucagon, regulating blood sugar levels
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Ovaries (female): Produce estrogen and progesterone
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Testes (male): Produce testosterone
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Pineal gland: Produces melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep
Types of Glands
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Exocrine glands: Secrete substances into ducts that carry them outside the body, unlike endocrine glands that secrete substances directly into the bloodstream
- Examples include salivary glands, sweat glands, and mammary glands
Hormones
- Hormones are chemical substances secreted by glands to affect the functions of other cells (target cells)
- Hormones travel in the blood to their target cells, which have specific receptors for the hormones
- Target cells respond to the binding of the hormone by altering their function.
Tropic Hormones
- Tropic hormones influence other endocrine glands, stimulating the release of other hormones from them.
- Example: Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), released by the pituitary gland, stimulates the ovaries to release estrogen.
Pituitary Hormones
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Anterior Pituitary Hormones:
- Growth Hormone: Promotes cell division, protein synthesis, and bone growth
- Prolactin: Stimulates milk production
- Melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH): Affects skin pigmentation
- Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH): Controls the adrenal cortex response to stress
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH): Influences thyroid hormone production
- Gonadotropins (LH and FSH): Regulate reproductive functions
Anterior vs. Posterior Pituitary
- Posterior pituitary releases hormones made by the hypothalamus
- Anterior pituitary responds to hormones from the hypothalamus to release its own hormones
Thyroid Gland
- A goiter is an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. Iodine is required for proper function, and a lack of iodine can cause the pituitary to overproduce TSH, enlarging the thyroid
- The thyroid gland produces triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) to control metabolism and are vital for normal brain development
Stress Response
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Short-term stress: Triggers the "fight or flight" response
- Hypothalamus activates the pituitary and the adrenal glands, releasing adrenaline, noradrenaline, and cortisol.
- These hormones trigger responses such as increased heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing rate.
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Long-term stress: If stress is prolonged or is frequent, the body releases glucocorticoids(increase blood sugar such as Cortisol), Mineralocorticoids (increase blood pressure such as aldosterone) and gonadocorticoids (supplement hormones produced by gonads) to maintain the stress response, and these hormones have long-term adverse effects
- Long-term effects include: suppression of the immune system, decreased serotonin levels, impaired cognitive function, increased blood pressure, and long-term health issues
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Other factors like lack of sleep, caffeine, alcohol, and certain foods can increase cortisol levels.
Cortisol
- Immediate impact: Cortisol raises blood glucose by converting muscle protein and fat to glucose.
- Long-term impact: Continuous cortisol release can suppress the immune system, decrease serotonin, impair cognition, increase blood pressure, lower overall health
Stress and Weight Gain
- Chronic stress can lead to weight gain through hormonal changes and other factors
Dealing with Stress
- Effective stress management strategies include seeking support, taking time for fun and relaxation, setting realistic goals, exercising regularly, adequate sleep, and mindful eating
Death From Overwork
- Karoshi (death from overwork) is a phenomenon observed in Japan, where long work hours and high-stress jobs lead to heart attacks and strokes.
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Explore the intricacies of the endocrine system, including its major glands and their functions. This quiz covers essential concepts such as hormone secretion and the roles of various glands like the pituitary and thyroid. Test your knowledge on how hormones impact metabolism and the body's stress response.
