Hormones, Functions, and Secretions of the Endocrine System

Question 1

A normal metabolic process that helps the body utilize stored fat when other sources of energy are lacking.

Answer 1

Ketosis

Question 2

Is a protein hormone secreted by fat cells. Involved in the regulation of appetite.

Answer 2

Leptin

Question 3

Are produced and released in the brain, rather than by the endocrine glands, and delivered to organs and tissues through the bloodstream.

Answer 3

Neurohormones

Question 4

Is both a hormone and a neurohormone. Plays a role in the “fight or flight” response.

Release as a hormone by the adrenal medulla and as a neurohormone by the sympathetic nervous system.

Answer 4

Norepinephrine

Question 5

aka “hydrocortisone”. Helps regulate the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the body.

Answer 5

Cortisol

Question 6

Are mineral substances that normally found in the blood and other bodily fluids.

mineral substances:
>calcium, 
>chloride, 
>magnesium, 
>phosphorus, 
>sodium, 
>potassium

Answer 6

Electrolytes

Question 7

Stimulates ovulation in the female. In the male it stimulates the secretion of testosterone.

Answer 7

Luteinizing Hormone

Question 8

aka “somatotropic hormone”. Regulates the growth of bone, muscle, and other body tissues.

Answer 8

Growth Hormone