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Chapter 15 - Endocrine System Flashcards

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Prostaglandins (PGs)

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tissue hormones

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releasing hormones

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allowing the secretion of other hormones to take place

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inhibiting hormones

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preventing the secretion of other hormones

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Adam’s apple Protrusion in the neck caused by a fold of thyroid
cartilage.

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Adam’s apple Protrusion in the neck caused by a fold of thyroid
cartilage.

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adenohypophysis

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Anterior lobe of the pituitary gland.

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adrenal cortex

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Outer portion of the adrenal gland; helps control metabolism, inflammations, sodium and potassium retention, and effects of stress.

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adrenal gland

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One of two glands, each of which is situated on top of each kidney.

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adrenaline

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Epinephrine; secreted by adrenal medulla.

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adrenal medulla

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Inner portion of adrenal glands; releases large quantities of hormones during stress.

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adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

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Hormone secreted by anterior pituitary; involved in the control of the adrenal cortex.

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aldosterone

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Hormone secreted by adrenal cortex; mineralocorticoid.

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alpha cells

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Specialized cells that produce glucagon in the pancreas.

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androgen

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Any male hormone, such as testosterone.

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antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

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Posterior pituitary hormone that increases water reabsorption.

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beta cells

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Specialized cells that produce insulin in the pancreas.

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calcitonin

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Hormone secreted by the thyroid gland and other endocrine glands; helps control blood calcium levels.

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catecholamines

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Hormones, such as epinephrine, released in response to stress.

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corticosteroids

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Steroids produced by the adrenal cortex.

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cortisol

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Hydrocortisone.

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ductless gland

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Endocrine gland.

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electrolyte

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Any substance that conducts electricity and is decomposed by it.

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endocrine gland

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Gland that secretes substances into the bloodstream instead of into ducts.

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epinephrine

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Hormone released by the adrenal medulla in response to stress; adrenaline.

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exocrine gland

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Any gland that releases substances through ducts to a specific location.

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follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

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Hormone released by the anterior pituitary to aid in production of ova and sperm.

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gland

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Any organized mass of tissue secreting or excreting substances.

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glucagon

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Hormone released by the pancreas to increase blood sugar.

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glucocorticoids

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Hormones released by the adrenal cortex.

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glycogen

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converted glucose stored in the liver for future use.

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growth hormone (GH)

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Hormone released by the anterior pituitary for stimulating growth.

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hormone

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substance secreted by glands and carried in the bloodstream to various parts of the body.

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hypophysis

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Pituitary gland.

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hypothalamus

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Gland in the nervous system that releases hormones to aid in regulating pituitary hormones.

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inhibiting factor

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Substance in a hormone that prevents the secretion of other hormones.

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insulin

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Substance released by the pancreas to lower blood sugar.

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islets of Langerhans

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Specialized cells in the pancreas that release insulin and glucagon.

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isthmus

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Narrow band of tissue connecting the two lobes of the thyroid gland.

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luteinizing hormone (LH)

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Hormone released to aid in maturation of ova and ovulation in the female; and aids in the secretion of testosterone in males.

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melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH)

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Hormone released by the pituitary gland; aids in development of melanin pigment of the skin.

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melatonin

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Hormone released by the pineal gland; affects sexual function and sleep patterns.

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metabolism

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The chemical changes in cells that provide energy for vital processes and activities and through which new material is assimilated.

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mineralocorticoid

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Steroid secreted by adrenal cortex.

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neurohypophysis

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Posterior lobe of pituitary gland.

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norepinephrine

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Hormone secreted by adrenal medulla.

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ovary

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One of two female reproductive glands that secrete hormones in the endocrine system.

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oxytocin

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Hormone released by the posterior pituitary gland to aid in uterine contractions and lactation.

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pancreas

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Gland of both the endocrine system (blood sugar control) and the digestive system (as an exocrine gland).

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parathormone (PTH)

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Parathyroid hormone.

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parathyroid

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One of four glands located adjacent to the thyroid gland on its dorsal surface that help maintain levels of blood calcium.

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parathyroid hormone (PTH)

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Hormone released by parathyroid glands to help raise blood calcium levels.

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pineal gland

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Gland located above pituitary gland; secretes melatonin.

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pituitary gland

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Major endocrine gland; secretes hormones essential to metabolic functions.

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receptor

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Part of a target cell with properties compatible with a particular substance (hormone).

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releasing factor

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Substance in a hormone that allows secretion of other hormones.

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somatotrophic hormone (STH)

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Hormone secreted by anterior pituitary gland; important in growth and development.

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suprarenal gland

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Adrenal gland.

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sympathomimetic

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Mimicking functions of the sympathetic nervous system.

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target cell

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Cell with receptors that are compatible with specific hormones.

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testis (pl., testes)

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One of two male organs that secrete hormones in the endocrine system.

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thymus gland

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Gland that is part of the immune system as well as part of the endocrine system; aids in the maturation of T and B cells.

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thyroid gland

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gland with two lobes located on either side of the trachea; helps control blood calcium levels and metabolic functions.

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thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

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Hormone secreted by anterior pituitary gland; stimulates release of thyroid hormones.

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thyroxine (T4)

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Compound found in or manufactured for thyroid gland; helps regulate metabolism.

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triiodothyronine (T3)

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Thyroid hormone that stimulates growth.

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vasopressin

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Hormone secreted by pituitary gland; raises blood pressure.

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aden(o)

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adren(o), adrenal(o)

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adrenal glands

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gluc(o)

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glyc(o)

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gonad(o)

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sex glands

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pancreat(o)

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parathyroid(o)

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parathyroid

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thyr(o), thyroid(o)

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thyroid gland

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ACTH

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adrenocorticotropic hormone

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ADH

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ADH antidiuretic hormone

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CRH

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corticotropin-releasing hormone

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DM

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diabetes mellitus

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OT

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FSH

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follicle-stimulating hormone

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GH

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growth hormone

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GTT

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glucose tolerance test

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HCG

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human chorionic gonadotropin

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IDDM

A

insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus

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LH

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luteinizing hormone

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MSH

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melanocyte-stimulating hormone

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NIDDM

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noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus

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PG

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prostaglandins

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PRL

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PTH

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parathyroid hormone, parathormone

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STH

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somatotropin hormone

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TSH

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thyroid-stimulating hormone

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blood sugar, blood glucose

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Test for glucose in blood.

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fasting blood sugar

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Test for glucose in blood following a fast of 12 hours.

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glucose tolerance test (GTT)

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Blood test for body’s ability to metabolize carbohydrates; taken after a 10–12-hour fast, then repeated every hour for 4 to 6 hours after ingestion of a sugar solution.

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glycosylated hemoglobin A1C

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Blood test for an average of glucose levels over the previous 2–3 months.

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postprandial blood sugar

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Test for glucose in blood, two hours after a meal.

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radioactive immunoassay (RIA)

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Test for measuring hormone levels in plasma; taken after radioactive solution is ingested.

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radioactive iodine uptake

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Test for how quickly the thyroid gland pulls in ingested iodine.

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thyroid function test or study

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Test for levels of TSH, T 3, and T 4 in blood plasma to determine thyroid function.

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thyroid scan

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Imaging test for thyroid abnormalities.

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urine sugar

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test for diabetes; determined by presence of sugar in urine.

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tetany

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Severe, continual muscle contractions

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Adrenogenital syndrome

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results in symptoms of excessive androgens both in men and women

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acidosis

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Abnormal accumulation of ketones in the body.

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acromegaly

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Abnormally enlarged features resulting from a pituitary tumor and hypersecretion of growth hormone.

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Addison’s disease

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Underactivity of the adrenal glands.

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Cushing’s syndrome

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Group of symptoms caused by overactivity of the adrenal glands.

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diabetes insipidus

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Condition caused by hyposecretion of antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

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diabetic nephropathy

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Kidney disease due to diabetes.

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diabetic neuropathy

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Loss of sensation in the extremities due to diabetes.

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diabetic retinopathy

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Gradual loss of vision due to diabetes.

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dwarfism

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abnormally stunted growth caused by hyposecretion of growth hormone, congenital lack of a thyroid gland, or a genetic defect.

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exophthalmos

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Abnormal protrusion of the eyes typical of Graves’ disease.

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gigantism

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Abnormally fast and large growth caused by hypersecretion of growth hormone.

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glucosuria or glycosuria

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Glucose in the urine.

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goiter

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Abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland.

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Graves’ disease

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Overactivity of the thyroid gland.

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hirsutism

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Abnormal hair growth due to an excess of androgens.

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hyperadrenalism

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overactivity of the adrenal glands.

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hyperparathyroidism

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Overactivity of the parathyroid glands.

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hypersecretion

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Abnormally high secretion, as from a gland.

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hyperthyroidism

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Overactivity of the thyroid gland.

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hypoadrenalism

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Underactivity of the adrenal glands.

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hypoglycemia

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Abnormally low level of glucose in the blood.

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hypoparathyroidism

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Underactivity of the parathyroid glands.

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hyposecretion

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Abnormally low secretion, as from a gland.

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hypothyroidism

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Underactivity of the thyroid gland.

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ketoacidosis

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Condition of high acid levels caused by the abnormal accumulation of ketones in the body.

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ketosis

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Condition caused by the abnormal release of ketones in the body.

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myxedema

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Advanced adult hypothyroidism.

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pancreatitis

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Inflammation of the pancreas.

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polydipsia

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Excessive thirst.

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polyuria

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Excessive excretion of urine, resulting in frequent urination.

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syndrome of inappropriate ADH (SIADH)

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Excessive secretion of antidiuretic hormone.

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tetany

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Neurological syndrome, usually due to decreased serum levels of calcium in the blood.

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thyrotoxicosis

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State of dangerously high levels of thyroid hormone.

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Type I diabetes

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Endocrine disorder with abnormally low or completely absent levels of insulin; also known as insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM).

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Type II diabetes

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Disease caused by failure of the body to recognize insulin that is present or by an abnormally low level of insulin; also known as noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM); usually adult onset.

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virilism

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Condition with excessive androgen production, often resulting in the appearance of mature male characteristics in young.

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adenectomy

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Removal of a gland.

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adrenalectomy

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Removal of an adrenal gland.

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hypophysectomy

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Removal of the pituitary gland. Also called hypophysis.

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pancreatectomy

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Removal of the pancreas.

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parathyroidectomy

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Removal of one or more of the parathyroid glands.

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thymectomy

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Removal of the thymus gland.

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thyroidectomy

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Removal of the thyroid.

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antihyperglycemic

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Agent that lowers blood glucose.

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antihypoglycemic

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Agent that raises blood glucose.

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hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

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ingestion of hormones to replace missing (or increase low levels of needed) hormones.

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human growth hormone

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Naturally occurring substance in the body that promotes growth; synthesized substance that serves the same function.

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hypoglycemic

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Agent that lowers blood glucose.

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radioactive iodine therapy

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Use of radioactive iodine to eliminate thyroid tumors.

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steroid

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A hormone or chemical substance released by several endocrine glands or manufactured in various medications.

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