Major endocrine gland locations, the hormones each secretes, and negative feedback homeostasis mechanisms for allied health students.
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- Where is the pituitary gland located?
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In a bony pocket (sella turcica) at the base of the brain, below the hypothalamus.- What is the common nickname for the pituitary gland?
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The master gland- Which anterior pituitary hormone stimulates bone and tissue growth?
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Growth hormone (GH)- Which anterior pituitary hormone stimulates the thyroid gland?
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Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)- Which anterior pituitary hormone stimulates the adrenal cortex?
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Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)- Which anterior pituitary hormone stimulates milk production?
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Prolactin- Which posterior pituitary hormone promotes water reabsorption by the kidneys?
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Antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also called vasopressin- Which posterior pituitary hormone stimulates uterine contractions and milk ejection?
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Oxytocin- Where is the thyroid gland located?
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In the neck, wrapped around the front of the trachea, just below the larynx.- What is the main function of thyroid hormones T3 and T4?
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They regulate the body's metabolic rate.- Which thyroid hormone lowers blood calcium levels?
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Calcitonin- Where are the parathyroid glands located?
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On the posterior surface of the thyroid gland, usually as four small glands.- What is the main function of parathyroid hormone (PTH)?
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It raises blood calcium levels.- Where are the adrenal glands located?
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On top of each kidney.- Which adrenal cortex hormone helps the body respond to long-term stress?
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Cortisol
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