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Bio (Endocrine (Pancreas (islet cells) (Insulin – released when blood…

- - - - Hormones of the Anterior Pituitary
        
        Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
        Stimulates the thyroid to produce its hormones
        
        Human Growth hormone (hGH) Promotes growth of most cells
        
        Prolactin promotes breast milk production
        
        (ACTH) Stimulates release of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex
        
        Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
        
        Luteinizing hormone (LH)
      - Posterior: ADH and oxytocin
  - - - Cortisol - converts proteins to glucose
        
        Aldosterone – increases sodium and water retention by the kidneys thereby maintaining fluid levels in the body
        
        Sex Hormones
    - - Norepinephrine; Constricts blood bessels
      - Epinephrine increase blood glucose levels by telling the liver and muscles to break down glucose. Increases heart rate, breathing rate and cell metabolism. Dilates blood vessels and iris