endocrine system

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hormones

chemical messenger molecule that circulate blood

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anterior pituitary hormones

prolactin, growth, adrenocorticotropic, thyroid stimulating, luteinizing, follicle stimulating

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posterior pituitary hormones

oxytocin, antidiuretic

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prolactin (PRL)

stimulates milk production from breasts after childbirth

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growth hormone (GH)

stimulates growth in childhood and is important for maintaining body comp

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Adrenocorticotropin (ACTH)

stimulates production of cortisol by the adrenal glands

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thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)

stimulates thyroid hormones that regulate metabolism, energy, growth, and developement

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lutenizing hormone (LH)

regulates test and estrogen

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follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)

promotes sperm production and stimulates ovaries to release eggs

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oxytocin

causes milk letdown in nursing mothers and contractions during birth

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antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

regulates water balance