Hormones 1 Flashcards
Which hormones is made in the Thymus?
Thyroxine and Calcitonin are made in this gland.
Where does Thyroxine target and what is its action?
This hormone targets various tissues including basal metabolic rate and stimulates the growth of WBC.
Thyroxin is part of which homeostatic regulation?
This hormone is part of regulating Thyrotropin from the anterior pituitary gland.
Where does Calcitonin target and what is its action?
This hormone targets bone and promotes calcium deposition.
What is the homeostatic regulation is Calcitonin part of?
Negative feedback from plasma calcium ion concentration with Parathyroid hormone.
The Pineal gland is located in the brain, which hormone does it produce?
Melatonin is produced in this gland.
When does the calcification of the pineal gland start?
This gland begins to calcify after puberty.
Although not fully understood, which gland is associated with sex organs?
These organs are stimulated by the actions of the pineal gland.
