Hormones Flashcards
1
Q
What is a hormone?
A
A hormone is a chemical substance produced in minute quantities by an endocrine gland. It is transported in the bloodstream to target organs where it exerts its effects.
2
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What is diabetes mellitus?
A
Diabetes mellitus is a disease in which the body is unable to control its blood glucose concentration such that it remains within normal limits. As a result, the blood glucose concentration rises to the point where the kidney is unable to completely reabsorb all the glucose.
3
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What are the effects of adrenaline?
A
It stimulates the liver to convert glycogen to glucose, and increases metabolic rate, heartbeat, blood pressure, rate and depth of ventilation, and blood clotting.
