hypothalamus. Growth Hormone(GH) – Stimulates an increase in size and rate of division of body cells; enhances movement of amino acids through membranes; promotes growth of long bones. Prolactin (PRL) – Sustains milk production after birth; amplifies effect of LH in males. Thyroid-stimulating Hormone (TSH) – Controls secretion of hormones from the thyroid gland. Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) – Controls secretion of certain hormones from the adrenal cortex. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FHS) – Development
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The Efficacy‚ Safety and Benefits of Bovine Somatotropin and Porcine Somatotropin Prepared for the American Council on Science and Health by Terry D. Etherton‚ Ph.D. Professor of Animal Nutrition and Physiology in the Department of Dairy and Animal Science at The Pennsylvania State University ACSH Publications Editor: Andrea Golaine Case‚ M.S. Please Note: For the web site version of this report‚ tables are provided but diagrams are not. Executive Summary As the world’s population grows
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Sitjar‚ Desiree; Sol Cruz‚ Lezrahmae; Songco‚ Francis; Soriano‚ Christian; Soriano‚ Joyce; Lim‚ Monica GLAND HORMONE HYPER HYPO PITUITARY Posterior Oxytocin Active uterine contractions Bleeding during labor Strong contractions Increased milk secretion Weak or uncoordinated contraction during labor Postpartum hemorrhage Uterine atony Fatigue Decreased milk secretion Anti-Diuretic Hormone Syndrome of Inappropriate ADH - weight gain without peripheral edema; anorexia‚ fatigue‚ Nausea and vomiting and
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Hormone Replacement Therapy In a society where youth and health at are at the top of many peoples personal life priorities there is a gender specific form of hormone treatment that remains under discussion. Hormone replacement therapy or (HRT) is a controversial topic. There are experts who support the use of HRT and there are experts who oppose it. For the purposes of this research paper‚ I will discuss the definition and symptoms of menopause‚ history of HRT‚ benefits and risks of using
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associated with this exercise? If so‚ list what they are and what precautions should be taken. Students will identify the major endocrine glands and tissues of the body. Students will relate each endocrine gland to the appropriate hormone. Students will explain how each hormone helps the body maintain homeostasis. Students will identify the histology of the major endocrine glands and relate it to their structure and function. Exercise 1: The Pituitary Gland
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that secrete hormones to regulate body function Hormones: chemical messengers or regulators • they are released by cells in one part of the body and affect cells in other parts of the body to speed up or slow down processes. Endocrine Hormones – are produced in glands and secreted directly into the blood and distributed by the circulatory system. Makes hormones and regulates the pituitary gland Pineal gland (makes serotonin which regulates sleep patterns) Not a gland How do Hormones Signal Cells
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does not receive the amount of sleep it needs there are many adverse effects. Not only does sleep deprivation cause negative alertness‚ moodiness‚ and problems thinking‚ it can also interfere with your body’s biological “clock” which operates your hormone levels‚ body temperature and sleep. Getting any of these factors “off schedule” will not only make us feel groggy‚ but it can also cause harmful consequences to your body and possibly lead to physical or mental illness. All of my family and friends
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the skin D. thyroid E. adrenal cortex 2. Jason is having problems with his metabolic rate. He cannot seem to burn calories and gains weight even on a severely reduced caloric intake. What endocrine gland is probably not involved in this problem? A. anterior pituitary B. hypothalamus C. thyroid D. testes E. pancreas 3. Which of the following is NOT a correct association? A. thyroid—thyroxin B. anterior pituitary—FSH and LH C. adrenal cortex—hypothalamus releasing hormones D. adrenal
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Essay Reproductive system The reproductive system is a system of organs within an organism which work together for the purpose of reproduction. Hormones and pheromones are also important accessories to the reproductive system. The major organ of the reproductive system includes penis and vulva as well as a number of internal organs including the testicles and ovaries. Most other vertebrate animals have generally similar reproductive systems consisting of gonads‚ ducts‚ and openings. Human reproduction
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Section 51-1 VOCABULARY REVIEW 1. Target cells are the specific cells that are affected by a hormone. 2. A second messenger is an intracellular molecule that amplifies the signal of a first messenger. 3. A prostaglandin is a lipid that regulates the activity of cells that are in close proximity to its site of production. 4. Hormones are molecules that are secreted in small amounts‚ circulate in the bloodstream‚ and affect distant target cells. MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. d 2. c 3. a 4. c 5. c SHORT ANSWER
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