Chemistry Exam 3 - hormones

follicle stimulating hormone

stimulates female egg maturation and male sperm production

thyroid stimulating hormone

triggers secretion of thyroid hormones

oxytocin

triggers contraction of the uterus during labor. stimulates milk letdown for breast feeding after childbirth

parathyroid hormone

regulates calcium level in blood

hydrocortisone

plays key role in stress response; increases blood glucose levels and mobilizes fat stores; reduces inflammation

insulin

regulates blood glucose levels; increases storage of glycogen; facilitates glucose intake by body cells

estrogen

causes sexual development and growth; maintains proper functioning of female reproductive system

progesterone

prepares uterus for pregnancy

testosterone

causes sexual development and growth spurt; maintains proper functioning of male reproductive system

cortisone

reduces inflammation, pain, and swelling

epinephrine

increases blood pressure, heart and metabolic rate, and blood sugar levels; dilates blood vessels. also released during exercise