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ShelbyBenkofske Balance and Defense (Lymphatic System (Function (take up…

- - - - growth hormone: stimulate growth of all cells and stimulate growth in epiphyseal plates
      - thyroid stimulating hormone: stimulate thyroid to produce hormone
      - adrenocorticotropic hormone: stimulate cortex of adrenal gland to release hormone
      - gonadotropins: stimulate testes and ovaries to produce hormone such as follicle stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone
    - - zona glomerulosa: (zone 1) secretes mineralocorticoids (kidneys reabsorb water and sodium
      - zona fasciculata: (zone 2) secretes glucocorticoids which helps regulate blood glucose levels to normal and helps deal with stress
      - zona reticularis: (zone 3) secretes glucocorticoids and androgens (which converts to estrogen and testosterone)
    - - alpha cells: secrete glucagon (increase blood glucose levels)
      - beta cells: secrete insulin (decrease blood glucose levels)