hormones Flashcards
that regulate metabolism, energy levels, and growth
thyroid hormones Thyroxin (T3) and Tri-iodothyronine (T4)
which helps regulate calcium levels in the blood.
calcitonin
which regulates calcium levels in the blood
parathyroid hormone
stress hormone
cortisol
regulates blood pressure
aldosterone
involved in the fight-or-flight response
Adrenaline (epinephrine) and norepinephrine
regulates blood sugar levels
insulin
increases blood sugar levels
glucagon
which regulate female reproductive functions and menstrual cycles
estrogen and progesterone
which regulates male reproductive functions and secondary sexual characteristics
testosterone
sleep hormone
melatonin
which is important for the development and differentiation of T-cells, crucial for the immune response
thymosin