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Is a hormone that has only one known effect to stimulate milk production by the breasts?
The hormone that stimulates milk production in the breasts is called prolactin. It is produced by the pituitary gland and its primary function is to promote lactation in response to childbirth or nursing.
What is testosterone stimulated by?
To stimulate testosterone production, the hypothalamus releases a substance to the pituitary gland called gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). This hormone, in turn, causes the gland to produce two other hormones, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), collectively known as gonadotropins. LH is released into the bloodstream where it travels to the male testes and triggers the production of testosterone from cholesterol. If this process continues until the testosterone level becomes too high, the pituitary slows the release of LH so production slows down. FSH is similarly involved in the increase and decrease in sperm production.
What cell secretes the hormone that promote production of HCL?
Ah, I see you're curious about the wonderful world of biology! The cell you're thinking of is called a parietal cell. These incredible cells are found in the lining of the stomach and are responsible for secreting the hormone known as gastrin, which helps stimulate the production of hydrochloric acid (HCL) to aid in digestion. Keep exploring the beauty of science, my friend!
What are the functions of thyroxine and triiodothyronine?
Thyroid hormones T4 (thyroxine) and T3 (triiodothyronine) control the metabolism of all the cells in the body. T4 is known as storage hormone and is the main thyroid hormone produced by the thyroid gland. The 4 indicates the number of iodine molecules attached to it. T4 cannot be used directly by the body until an iodine molecule is dropped and it becomes T3. This is called conversion. T3 is the hormone actually used by cells.
What type of hormone do the parathyroid glands produce?
The Parathyroid glands produce PTH, known as Parathyroid Hormone, which stimulates the production of osteoclasts which increases levels of calcium ions in the bloodstream.
Polyuria could be caused by a deficiency of what hypothalamic hormone?
Polyuria could be caused by a deficiency of antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, which is released by the hypothalamus. ADH helps regulate water reabsorption in the kidneys, and low levels can lead to increased urine production.
What hormone produced in excessive amounts causes demineralization of bones and spontaneous fractures?
Excessive production of parathyroid hormone (PTH) can lead to demineralization of bones and increase the risk of spontaneous fractures. This condition is known as hyperparathyroidism.
What role does the lactation hormone play in the process of breastfeeding?
The lactation hormone, also known as prolactin, stimulates the production of breast milk in the mammary glands. It is essential for the initiation and maintenance of breastfeeding by promoting milk production and regulating milk supply in response to the baby's feeding cues.
What anterior pituitary hormone stimulates the thryoid?
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) is the anterior pituitary hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism and energy production in the body.
What hormone is known as moulting hormone?
Ecdysteroids.
How does the pituitary gland affect the menstrual cycle?
The pituitary glan releases two hormones, Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH) to mature in the follicle and ovum. The Pituitary gland also releases prolactin, which stimulates uterine contractions and the production of breast milk.
What hormones stimulates proliferation of red blood cells in red bone marrow?
Erythropoietin, a hormone secreted by the kidney, stimulates the production of red blood cells. Almost all of the erythropoietin within the circulation is derived from the kidneys. Hypoxia is one of the main stimuli that induces erythropoietin secretion from the kidneys. In severe kidney disease, a decrease in erythropoietin production results in severe anemia.
