Endocrinology Flashcards
1
Q
Biochemically, how are hormones categorized?
A
Protein/peptides
Steroids
Catecholamines
2
Q
What does the Adrenal Cortex synthesize?
A
Steroids
3
Q
What does the adrenal medulla synthesize
A
Catecholamines (post-ganglionic sympathetic)
4
Q
Reproductive or Adrenal cortex are…
Adrenal medulla are…
All others are…
A
Steroids
Catecholamines
Proteins/polypeptides
5
Q
What organs regulate Ca2+ and Phosphorus?
A
Thyroid + Parathyroid
6
Q
What organ regulates Blood Sugar?
A
Pancreas