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What is the function of the hypothalamus?
What is the function of the hypothalamus?
Which hormone is secreted by the pre optic nucleus and the arcuate nucleus?
Which hormone is secreted by the pre optic nucleus and the arcuate nucleus?
Where does the gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) move to after secretion?
Where does the gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) move to after secretion?
What are the specific cells that gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) binds to?
What are the specific cells that gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) binds to?
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Which organ is considered the master endocrine regulator?
Which organ is considered the master endocrine regulator?
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What is the function of the pre optic nucleus in the hypothalamus?
What is the function of the pre optic nucleus in the hypothalamus?
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What is the role of the arcuate nucleus in the hypothalamus?
What is the role of the arcuate nucleus in the hypothalamus?
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Where does the gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) move to after secretion?
Where does the gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) move to after secretion?
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What do gonadotropin atto Tropes cells respond to?
What do gonadotropin atto Tropes cells respond to?
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What is the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary portal system?
What is the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary portal system?
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Study Notes
Hypothalamus Function
- The hypothalamus is considered the master endocrine regulator.
Hormone Secretion
- The pre optic nucleus and arcuate nucleus secrete gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH).
GnRH Pathway
- After secretion, GnRH moves to the hypophyseal portal veins.
- GnRH binds to specific cells called gonadotropes.
Hypothalamic-Pituitary Portal System
- The hypothalamic-pituitary portal system functions to transport GnRH to the anterior pituitary gland.
Nuclei Functions
- The pre optic nucleus is involved in the regulation of body temperature.
- The arcuate nucleus plays a role in regulating hormone secretion, including GnRH secretion.
Gonadotrope Function
- Gonadotrope cells respond to GnRH by releasing follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).
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Description
This video explores the brain-testicular axis, focusing on the role of the hypothalamus as the master endocrine regulator and its control over the pituitary gland. The discussion delves into the specific organs involved and their functions within this axis.
