B11 Hormonal Condition Flashcards
1
Q
Adrenaline
A
Produced by the adrenal glands in time of fear and stress, increases the heart rate and boosts the delivery of oxygen and glucose to the brain and muscles preparing for ‘flight or fight’
2
Q
Thyroxine
A
Stimulates basal metabolic rate from the thyroid gland, it is important for growth and develepment and thyroxine levels are controlled by negative feedback.
