hormones Flashcards

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1
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that regulate metabolism, energy levels, and growth

A

thyroid hormones Thyroxin (T3) and Tri-iodothyronine (T4)

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2
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which helps regulate calcium levels in the blood.

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calcitonin

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3
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which regulates calcium levels in the blood

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parathyroid hormone

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4
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stress hormone

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cortisol

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5
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regulates blood pressure

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aldosterone

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6
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involved in the fight-or-flight response

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Adrenaline (epinephrine) and norepinephrine

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7
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regulates blood sugar levels

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insulin

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8
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increases blood sugar levels

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glucagon

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9
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which regulate female reproductive functions and menstrual cycles

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estrogen and progesterone

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10
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which regulates male reproductive functions and secondary sexual characteristics

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testosterone

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11
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sleep hormone

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melatonin

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12
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which is important for the development and differentiation of T-cells, crucial for the immune response

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thymosin

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