Biology Test 8: Hormones and Glands in Human Endocrine System

ADH

secreted by pituitary gland, reabsorbs water in kidney ducts

Oxytocin

secreted by anterior pituitary gland, stimulates uterus contractions and milk secretion

FSH

secreted by pituitary gland, stimulates egg and sperm production and development

LH

secreted by pituitary gland, stimulates ovaries and testes

Thyroxine

secreted by thyroid, increases metabolism by increasing protein, fat synthesis and cellular respiration

Estrogen

secreted by ovaries, responsible for egg and uterine lining development as well as secondary sex characteristics

Progesterone

secreted by ovaries, helps develop and maintain uterine lining during the nurturing phase of the menstrual cycle

Testosterone

secreted by the testes, produces sperm as well as secondary sex characteristics

Adrenaline/Epinephrine

secreted by medulla in the adrenal gland, increases blood pressure, heart rate, glucose release, airway dilation