Stress Flashcards

1
Q

Hypothalamo-pituitary-adrenal axis activation

A

Hypothalamus releases corticotropin
Pituitary releases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Adrenal Gland releases Cortisol

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2
Q

Cortisol

A
Glucose metabolism
Regulates BP
Insulin release
Immune function
Inflammatory response
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3
Q

Difference between hyperthermia and fever

A

Body recognition

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4
Q

Temperature regulation is controlled by

A

Hypothalamus

Countercurrent heat exchange

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