what is the

function of ADH

and where is it

produced?

- ADH (antidiuretic hormone) increases H₂O absorption when dehydrated. it does this by acting on the kidneys (nephrons) to increase H₂O absorption in the blood. this produces more concentrated and less urine. 

- produced by the hypothalamus, sent to the pituitary to be stored and released when necessary.

what is the function

of releasing hormones

and where are they

produced?

- they are sent to the pituitary to stimulate the release of other hormones.

- produced in the hypothalamus.

what is the function

of TSH and where

is it produced?

- TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is released when matabolic rate is too low. it triggers the release of thyroxine from the thyroid.

- produced in the anterior pituitary

what is the function

of ACTH and where

is it produced?

- ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) stimulates the adrenal cortex to release the hormone cortisol.

- produced in the anterior pituitary.

what is the function of

hGH and where

is it produced?

- hGH (human growth hormone) acts on the long bones to promote cell division and ultimately growth. usually more active during childhood. 

- produced in the anterior pituitary

what is the function

of thyroxine and where

is it produced?

- thyroxine (T₄) increases metabolic rate. low iodine levels can cause overproduction of this hormone.

- produced in the thyroid

- calcitonin stores calcium in teeth and bones, ultimately lowering blood calcium levels.

- produced in the thyroid

what is the function

of PTH and where

is it produced?

- PTH (parathyroid hormone) promotes the release of calcium ions back into the blood and promotes calcium reabsorption in the kidneys.

- produced in the parathyroids

what is the function

of epinephrine and

where is it produced?

- epinephrine (adrenaline) causes the fight or flight response when under stress. it is stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system. 

- produced in the adrenal medulla.

what is the function of norepinephrine and where

is it produced?

- norepinephrine (noradrenaline) is also part of the fight or flight response. it does all the same things as  epinephrine except that it also causes glucose to be released as energy.

- produced in the adrenal medulla. 

what is the function

of cortisol and where

is it produced?

- cortisol increases blood glucose levels after stress by breaking down proteins into amino acids, which turns into glucose in the liver. this ultimately aids in cell recovery.

- it is produced in the adrenal cortex.

what is the function of aldosterone and where

is it produced?

- aldosterone increases Na⁺ and H₂O reabsorption in the kidneys, essentially maintaining body fluid levels and increasing blood pressure.

- it is produced in the adrenal cortex. 

what is the function

of insulin and where

is it produced?

- insulin lowers blood sugar levels by attaching to cells in the liver and muscle tissue to make membranes permeable to glucose. once inside, the glucose is stored as glycogen.

- produced in the pancreas by the beta islet cells.

what is the function

of glucagon and where

is it produced?

- glucagon raises blood sugar levels by converting glycogen back into glucose which is then released back into the blood. essentially counteracts the effects of insulin.

- it is produced in the pancreas by the alpha islet cells.

what is the function

of estrogen and where

is it produced?

- estrogen is responsible for secondary sex characteristics + the thickening of the endometrium. when levels of estrogen increase, it stimulates the release of LH, triggering ovulation.

- it is secreted by the follicles, the corpus luteum and the placenta.

what is the function of progesterone and

where is it produced?

- progesterone helps to maintain the endometrium, inhibiting ovulation. it also prevents uterine contractions to inhibit flow phase of the menstrual cycle. 

- it is secreted by the follicles, corpus luteum and the placenta.

what is the function of

FSH and where is

it produced?

- FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) stimulates the growth of follicles, which contain eggs.

- it is produced in the anterior pituitary.

what is the function of

LH and where is

it produced?

- LH (lutenizing hormone) maintains the corpus luteum so it will continue to secrete estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy. 

- produced in the anterior pituitary.

what is the function of

prolactin and where

is it produced?

- prolactin stimulates glands in the breasts to start producing milk.

- it is produced in the anterior pituitary when the placenta leaves the body after birth.

what is the function of

oxytocin and where

is it produced?

- oxytocin causes weak contractions int he breasts to help move milk towards the nipple. it also helps return the uterus to its normal shape + size.

- produced in the posterior pituitary.