Types of Hormones & Regulation of Hormones

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  • Water soluble 

includes proteins, peptides, amino acids - most common - Ex. Growth hormone, antidiuretic, prolactin


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  • Lipid hormones 

 includes steroids and eicosanoids - Ex. LH, FSH, androgens


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  • Blood levels of chemicals

Ex. Blood glucose levels (insulin)

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Other hormones:

  • TSH signals thyroid gland to release thyroid hormone

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  • Nervous system

Ex. Epinephrine and fight or flight response

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  • Negative Feedback

  • tells body when homeostasis is reached