Endocrine Drug Flashcards
It complements the nervous system in controlling the body. It is also responsible for the collection of glands and tissues that secrete hormones into the bloodstream.
Endocrine System
It is a chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs.
Hormone
What hormone is being released by the posterior pituitary gland?
ADH/ Vasopressin
What hormone is being released by the anterior pituitary gland?
Growth hormone
It releases aldosterone that targets the kidney to regulate the body’s sodium balance.
Adrenal Cortex
It releases thyroid Hormone that targets the various tissues for regulation of metabolic rate and promotion of body growth.
Thyroid
It releases neurotransmitters Norepinephrine and Epinephrine.
Adrenal medulla
Produces hormones called corticosteroids.
Adrenal cortex
It increases the availability of glucose. Potent immunosuppressants are used to prevent organ transplant rejection.
glucocorticoids
Produces Levothyroxine(T4) and Triiodothyronine(T3).
Thyroid
What is a group of metabolic disorders of fat, carbohydrate, and protein metabolism that results from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action (sensitivity), or both?
Diabetes Mellitus
Hepatocytes convert glucose to what for storage?
Glycogen
What organ releases insulin and glucagon from the Islets of Langerhans?
Pancreas
Combined endocrine/metabolic disorder characterized by androgen excess and insulin resistance.
PCOS or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
What is the hormone released by the adrenal cortex?
Cortisol
