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JoannaSassineEndocrineSystem (Adrenal Gland located above kidneys,…
JoannaSassineEndocrineSystem
Hypothalamus
controls body temperature, thirst, hunger, and homeostasis
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone
Stimulates Gonads
Growth-Hormone releasing hormone
Stress hormone, increases the concentration of glucose and fatty acids
Thyroid Gland
plays major role in metabolism, growth and development
Thyroid Hormone
Body Heat production and metabolic activities
Calcitonin
Reduces calcium levels in the blood
Adrenal Gland
located above kidneys, produces hormones that help the body control blood sugar and burn fat and proteins
Epinephrine
released by adrenal medulla in response to fear and anger
Norepinephrine
increases heart rate and blood pressure when necessary
Cortisol
Produced by Zona Fasciculata in reponse to stress
Pituitary Gland
Stimulates endocrine glands to release hormone
Anterior Pituitary
Regulates stress, growth, reproduction and lactation. Stimulates target organs like the liver, adrenal glands and thyroid.
Adrenocorticotrophic hormone
stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
Stimulates the Thyroid to release thyroid hormone
Luteinising Hormone
triggers ovulation and promotes the development of the corpus luteum
Follicle Simulating hormone
stimulates the production of estrogen
Prolactine
Lactation as a response of suckling
Growth Hormone
regulate body composition, body fluids, muscle and bone growth
Posterior Pituitary
Stores two hormones
Oxytocin
Female reproductive functions, Sexual Functions and Breastfeeding
Antidiuretic Hormone
Helps with the reabsorption of water back into circulation