Endocrine System + Hypothyroid Flashcards
What is the purpose of the endocrine system?
Homeostasis
How does the endocrine system maintain homeostasis
Through hormone control + negative feedback system
What body system does the endocrine system depend on to control and coordinate homeostasis
Neurologic
Where is the connection between neurologic and endocrine systems
Hypothalamus
Does the Endocrine system have ducts
NO
Ductless
Which body system maintains homeostasis through rapid response (short duration) with neurotransmitters that have a specific target
Neurologic
Which body system maintains homeostasis through a slower response and prolonged duration as well as systemic distribution of hormones
Endocrine (ductless)
How do hormones get into the blood in the endocrine system
Through absorption
Hypothyroidism is seen primarily in ____________ and is caused by ___________
Dogs and is caused by immune destruction
Four clinicals signs of hypothyroidism
- Weight gain
- Lethargy
- Altered mentation (dull)
- Heat seeking
