Roles of Hormones in metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
How does adrenaline affect metabolic rate?
A
Adrenaline accelerates it
2
Q
How does thyroxine affect metabolism?
A
It also accelerates metabolism
3
Q
LDL refers to what?
HDL refers to what?
A
LDL (low density lipoprotein…) transports cholestrol from liver to tissues
HDL (high density lipoprotein) transports cholestrol from tissues to liver for catabolism and elimination)
4
Q
What is BMR?
A
total energy needed for the body to maintain its normal physiological activities WHILE AT REST
5
Q
What factors affect BMR?
A
Age: younger people higher bmr Gender: Males have higher BMR generally speaking Hormone: Higher thyroxin secretion = higher BMR
6
Q
What organ serves as the thermostat of our body?
A
Hypothalamus
