The Endocrine System - Hormones & What They Do Flashcards
1
Q
What does Thyroxine, triiodothyronine do?
A
Regulates metabolism in body cells
2
Q
What does Calcitonin do?
A
Stimulates the passage of calcium from the blood into the bones
3
Q
What does Parathyroid hormone do?
A
Regulates calcium in the blood
4
Q
What does Cortisol (glucocorticoid) do?
A
Regulates the quantities of sugars, fats, and proteins in cells
5
Q
What does Aldosterone (mineralocorticoid) do?
A
Regulates the amount of salt in the body
6
Q
What does Estrogen, testosterone (gonadocorticoid) do?
A
Maintains secondary sex characteristics
7
Q
What does Epinephrine (adrenaline, norepinephrine) do?
A
Both mimic the sympathetic nervous system’s response
