5/19/2023 0 Comments Adrenal gland secretes![]() FSH stimulates hormone secretion and egg production by the ovaries and sperm production by the testes. follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) Secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. estrogen Female hormone secreted by the ovaries and to a lesser extent by the adrenal cortex. estradiol Estrogen secreted by the ovaries. It is part of the body's "fight or flight" reaction. epinephrine (adrenaline) Secreted by the adrenal medulla increases heart rate and blood pressure and dilates airways (sympathomimetic). It is secreted in times of stress and has an anti-inflammatory effect. ![]() cortisol Secreted by the adrenal cortex increases blood sugar. ![]() calcitonin Secreted by the thyroid gland decreases blood calcium levels. ADH (vasopressin) increases reabsorption of water by the kidney. antidiuretic hormone (ADH) Secreted by the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland. Aldosterone Secreted by the adrenal cortex increases salt (sodium) reabsorption androgen Male hormone secreted by the testes and to a lesser extent by the adrenal cortex testosterone is an example.
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