Matching Pairs Endocrine hormones - Miguel Peláez SánchezOnline version Endocrine hormones functions by Miguel PELÁEZ SÁNCHEZ 1 Cortisol 2 Prolactin 3 Glucagon 4 Adrenaline 5 Parathohormone 6 Insuline 7 Growth hormone (GH) 8 Thyroxine 9 Gonadotropins (FSH, LH) 10 Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) 11 Testosterone 12 Oestrogen and progesterone 13 Oxytocin 14 Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) Stimulates activity in the gonads Control the development of secondary sex characteristics and regulates the production of sperm Regulates the amount of calcium and phosphate in the blood Decreases the amount of glucose in blood Control the development of secondary sex characteristics, regulate the menstrual cycle and ovulation and prepare the body for a potencial pregnancy Stimulates milk secretion in the breasts Stimulates the growth of muscles and bones Induces contractions of the uterus during labour Prepares the body for a dangerous situation or for action Activates cell metabolism and influences growth and development Regulates the amount of water in the urine Stimulates activity in the thyroid Regulates carbohydrate metabolism Increases the amount of glucose in blood
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