endocrine system Flashcards
1
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Pituitary gland has:
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Growth Hormones, Prolactin, Luteinizing Hormone, Antidiuretic Hormone, Oxytocin
2
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growth hormone
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stimulates size and growth of cells
3
Q
prolactin
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sustains milk production
4
Q
luteinizing
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promotes s cells
5
Q
antidiuretic
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stimulates lower water excretion from kidneys and higher blood pressure
6
Q
oxytocin
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pertains with milk secreting glands
7
Q
thyroid gland has:
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Thyroxine, Triiodothyronine, Calcitonin, Parathormone (exterior)
8
Q
Thryoxine (T4)
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increases energy release from carbs
9
Q
Adrenal Medulla has:
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epinephrine and norepinephrine
10
Q
adrenal cortex has:
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aldosterone and cortisol
11
Q
pancreatic islets have:
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glucagon, insulin, and somastatin
