The exocrine system Flashcards
1
Q
Hormone
A
Travel to a target tissue and bring about a small specific modification in their target tissue.
2
Q
Endo-
A
Within
3
Q
Krino-
A
to secrete
4
Q
Glycoprotein
A
combination of a protein and a carbohydrate
5
Q
humoral stimuli
A
dissolved substances in the blood that influence secretion of hormones
6
Q
neural stimuli
A
stimulation via the nervous system that influences secretion of hormones
7
Q
Cyclic AMP
A
Second messenger causing cellular responses
8
Q
Negative feedback mechanisms
A
The more a hormone is produced the more its own secretion is inhibited.
