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Chapter 9 - Endocrine System Flashcards

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Hormones

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Circulating chemical messengers that make certain cells perform certain functions

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Endocrine glands

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Secrete chemical messengers (hormones) directly into the circulation and have NO ducts

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Primary function of endocrine system

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Regulation of body homeostasis

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Growth: GH

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Growth hormone

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Reproduction: FSH & LH

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Follicle stimulating hormone

Luteinizing hormone

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Utilization of nutrients:

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Insulin, calcitonin, etc.

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Salt and fluid balance: ADH & aldosterone

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Anti-diuretic hormone

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Metabolic rate

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Thyroxin

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Stress

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Epinephrine and cortisol

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Prostaglandins

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Locally-acting, non-circulating hormones

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