Hormones Flashcards
1
Q
Steroid hormones (glucocorticoids)
A
Released due to stress
Reduce effectiveness of epidermis
2
Q
Thyroid hormones
A
Maintain normal blood flow
3
Q
Sex hormones
A
Stimulate epidermal cell divisions, thickness, and wound repair.
Increase number of dendritic cells that fight cancer and pathogens
4
Q
Growth factors
A
Stimulate cell growth and division
Helps with wound repair
Production of keratin
Effect glands
5
Q
Growth hormone
A
Stimulates fibroblast activity and collagen synthesis
Similar to sex hormones
