endocrine system-2.txt

stimulates synthesis and release of thyroid hormone (TH)

stimulates synthesis and release of corticosteroids and adrenocortical growth

• stimulates ovulation and progesterone secretion
• stimulates testosterone secretion

• stimulates estogen secretion and follicle maturation
• stimulates spermatogenesis

stimulates breast milk production

promotes growth

promotes pigmentation

promotes water reabsorption/retention

stimulates uterine contractions and ejection of breast milk

control the metabolic rate of all cells

regulate calcium and phosphorus by acting the kidneys, intestinal tract, and bone

** kidney tubules allow Ca to be reabsorbed and put back into the blood

increases blood glucose levels; enhances lipolysis

** liver & glucogenolysis

• inhibits the release of glucagon and insulin from the pancreas
• important part of the body's response to stress

• antiinflammatory effects
• affects carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism
• body's response to stress
• immune function

• maintains ECF volume
• promotes sodium and water reabsorption and potassium excretion in the kidney tubules

• body's response to stress
• flight-or-fight

• lowers blood glucose levels
• promotes the movement of carbohydrate, fat, and protein