Endocrine System Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Hormones
A
chemical regulators that affect other parts of the body
2
Q
Steroid Hormone
A
made from cholesterol, complex ring structures, fat soluble
3
Q
Protein Hormone
A
amino acid chains
4
Q
Insulin
A
hormone produced by the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas; insulin is secreted when blood sugar levels are high
5
Q
Glucagon
A
hormone produced by the pancreas; when blood sugar levels are low, glucagon promotes conversion of glycogen to glucose
