Hypothalamus and Pituitary Flashcards
1
Q
What does the hypothalamus regulate?
A
Appetite, thirst, heat regulation and sleeping/waking.
It also plays a role in the circadian rhythm, menstrual cycle and responds to stress, exercise and mood.
2
Q
Which hormones originate in the hypothalamus?
A
Growth hormone - releasing hormone Somatostatin Thyrotrophin releasing hormone Gonadotropin releasing hormone Dopamine Corticotrophin Vasopressin Oxytocin
3
Q
Which hormones originate in the pituitary gland?
A
Growth hormone Lutenizing hormone Follicle-stimulating hormone Prolactin Adrenocorticotrophic hormone
4
Q
Which hormones act on the pituitary gland?
A
Growth hormone - releasing hormone Somatostatin Thyrotrophin releasing hormone Gonadotropin releasing hormone Inhibin and activin Dopamine Corticotrophin releasing hormone Vasopressin
5
Q
What are the 7 main endocrine glands in the human body
A
Pituitary, hypothalamus, thyroid, pancreas, adrenal, testes, ovaries
