(Video Lesson) Hormones Flashcards
They are chemical messengers of the body.
Hormones
They are important to retain homeostasis.
Hormones
It is the process of maintaining balance and equilibrium in the body.
Homeostasis
It also knows as the “master gland”.
Pituitary gland
It sends signals to other glands to produce hormones.
Pituitary gland
It signals sperm production (spermatogenesis)
FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
It signals development of egg cells (oogenesis)
FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
It stimulates production of testosterone.
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
It plays a role in the development of ova and stimulation of estradiol and progesterone production.
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Instrumental in female sex characteristics, such as breast development, fat distribution in hips, legs, and breasts, etc.
Estrogen
It is secreted by ovaries PRIOR TO ovulation.
Estrogen
It helps prepare the body for potential pregnancy.
Progesterone
It is secreted by ovaries AFTER ovulation.
Progesterone
If the egg is not fertilized, ___ levels become low and menstruation happens.
Progesterone
The most important male hormone
Testosterone
