W7: Endocrine System Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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Functions of Endocrine System
A
- metabolims
- growth and development
- reproduction
homeostasis
response to stress
2
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Hormones of the Anterior Pituitary Gland
A
- Growth Hormone GH
- Prolactin PRL
- Adrenocorticotropic hormone ACTH
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone TSH
- Luteinising hormone LH
- Follicle-stimulating hormone FSH
3
Q
What are the 3 hormones of the thyroid gland
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- Thyroxine
- Triiodothyronine
- Calcitonin
4
Q
Thyroxine
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Regulates Metaboli
5
Q
Triiodothyronine
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Increases metabolic Rate
6
Q
Calcitonin
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Lowers Blood Calcium Levels
