Week 6 (Endocrine System.3) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the Islet of Langhans? ABC
A
Alpha- glucotoids- raises BG
Beta- insulin- lowers BG
Delta- somatrophin- prevents fluctations of BG
2
Q
What is the function of Gondotrophins? - reproductive glands
A
anterior stimulate pituitary glands, reproductive hormones
3
Q
What is the function of Teosterone?
A
development of spermatozoa, stimulates production of leydig cells- male behaviour
4
Q
What is the function of Oestrogen?
A
nourishes spermatozoa, develops ovarian follicles
5
Q
What is the function of Progesterone?
A
maintains pregnancy, prepares reproductive tract for pregnancy
6
Q
What is the function of Pineal Gland?
A
produces melatonin, mood affects functions- day cycle brain epipthalimus
7
Q
Draw the location of the Main Exocrine Glands (Rev PPT College)
A
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