hormones Flashcards
(15 cards)
What does Growth Hormone (GH) do?
Stimulates growth of bones and tissues.
What does TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone) do?
Stimulates thyroid to release T3 and T4.
What does LH (Luteinizing Hormone) do?
Triggers ovulation and testosterone production.
What does FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) do?
Stimulates egg and sperm production.
What does ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone) do?
Promotes water reabsorption in kidneys.
What does cortisol do?
Increases blood glucose and reduces inflammation (stress hormone).
What does aldosterone do?
Increases sodium and water reabsorption in kidneys.
What does insulin do?
Lowers blood glucose by promoting cellular uptake.
What does glucagon do?
Raises blood glucose by promoting glycogen breakdown.
What does estrogen do?
Regulates female reproductive system and secondary sex traits.
What does progesterone do?
Maintains uterine lining for pregnancy.
What does testosterone do?
Promotes male reproductive development and secondary sex traits.
polar
hydrophilic
peptides, proteins, modified amino acids
nonpolar
lipohilic
steriods, lipid
hypothalamus
temp regulation
hydration
neuroendocrine
