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The Pituitary Gland

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FTH and LH are collectively known as this because they target the ovaries and testes
The target organ or tissue for thyroid-stimulating hormone
Hormone that stimulates mitosis and cellular differentiation to promote tissue growth throughout the body
Hormone that stimulates the adrenal cortex to secrete hormones called glucocorticoids (especially cortisol), which regulate glucose, protein, and fat metabolism and are important in the body’s response to stress
The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland is also known as
Hormone that stimulates growth of the thyroid gland and the secretion of thyroid hormone
This hormone stimulates ovarian sex hormones & the development of follicles that contain the eggs, also stimulates sperm production
Hormones from the hypothalamus that suppress pituitary secretion are known as
Hormone that increases water retention by the kidneys, reduces urine volume, and helps prevent dehydration
The target organ or tissue for ADH
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Hormone that has a variety of reproductive functions in situations ranging from intercourse to breast-feeding
Hormones from the hypothalamus that stimulate the pituitary to release hormones are known as
Hormone that stimulates the mammary glands to synthesize milk
In females, this hormone stimulates ovulation & inmates it stimulates the testes to secrete testosterone
The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland is also known as
What type of glands are the target organ/ tissues for prolactin?