Estrogen functions

Question 1

Fallopian tubes:

Answer 1

effects mucosa, proliferation glandular tissue, increase ciliated cells / ciliary activity

Question 2

Breasts:

Answer 2

proliferation of mamm. Ducts, deposition of fat (puberty)

Question 3

Uterus:

Answer 3

uterine contractility (pregnancy/ birth)

Question 4

Skeleton:

Answer 4

increased activity osteoblasts, facilitates union epiphyses & diaphyses (limit growth in height)

Question 5

Pelvis:

Answer 5

broadens “outlet” of pelvis

Question 6

Protein metabolism:

Answer 6

protein anabolic effect uterus, breasts & skeleton

Question 7

Basal metabolic rate:

Answer 7

increase BMR slightly

Question 8

Fat deposition:

Answer 8

fat deposition in breasts, thighs & buttocks

Question 9

Skin:

Answer 9

increase vascularity & soften texture

Question 10

Water and electrolyte balance:

Answer 10

Increases sodium & water retention