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Körper - Drüsen und Hormone
Hier lernen Sie einige englische Wörter, die sich auf Drüsen und Hormone beziehen, wie zum Beispiel „Adrenalin“, „Insulin“ und „Oxytocin“.
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an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings
Drüse
a sebaceous gland located in the eyelid that produces and secretes oil to lubricate the surface of the eye
Fußwurzeldrüse
a small gland located at the base of the brain that secretes hormones and regulates various bodily functions
Hirnanhangsdrüse
a small endocrine gland located in the brain that secretes melatonin and helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle
Zirbeldrüse
an endocrine gland located in the neck that produces hormones essential for regulating metabolism and growth
Schilddrüse
a small endocrine gland near the thyroid gland that produces parathyroid hormone
Nebenschilddrüse
a specialized organ of the immune system located near the heart that produces T cells and plays a crucial role in the development of the immune system in early life
Thymusdrüse
a small endocrine organ located on top of the kidneys that produces hormones
Nebenniere
a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates electrolyte balance and fluid levels in the body
Aldosteron
a class of hormones produced by the adrenal glands
Kortikosteroid
a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker
Adrenalin
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the production and release of cortisol from the adrenal glands
adrenocorticotropes Hormon
a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland that regulates water balance in the body
ADH
a hormone that stimulates growth, development, and metabolism in the body
Wachstumshormon
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates ovulation and testosterone production
luteinisierendes Hormon
a hormone that regulates the growth and development of follicles in the ovaries and the production of sperm in the testes
Follikelstimulierendes Hormon
a hormone that regulates childbirth, lactation, and social bonding
Oxytocin
a hormone that stimulates milk production and plays a role in reproductive functions
Prolaktin
a hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones
Schilddrüsenstimulierendes Hormon
an enzyme involved in regulating blood pressure and fluid balance by initiating the production of angiotensin II
Renin
a peptide hormone that constricts blood vessels and stimulates the release of aldosterone
Angiotensin
a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the body
Erythropoetin
a hormone that raises blood sugar levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen in the liver
Glucagon
a hormone that is responsible for controlling the level of glucose in the blood, the lack of which can cause diabetes
Insulin
a hormone primarily responsible for female reproductive development and regulation
Östrogen
a hormone produced by the ovaries that plays a vital role in regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy
Progesteron
a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and various physiological processes in the body
Schilddrüsenhormone
a hormone produced by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the body
Parathormon
a hormone and neurotransmitter that regulates the body's stress response
Noradrenalin
a hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles and promotes restful sleep
Melatonin
a hormone that stimulates the release of growth hormone from the pituitary gland, regulating growth and metabolism
Wachstumshormon-Releasing-Faktor
a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones
Schilddrüsenhormon
a hormone generated by the hypothalamus that triggers the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the pituitary gland
Thyrotropin-Releasing-Faktor
a hormone that stimulates the release of cortisol from the adrenal glands
Corticotropin
an exocrine gland that produces and releases saliva into the mouth, aiding in digestion
Speicheldrüse
a paired gland in the male reproductive system that secretes fluids to nourish and support the sperm cells
Samenblase
a glandular organ in mammals that produces and secretes milk for nourishing offspring
Brustdrüse
a salivary gland located beneath the tongue that produces and secretes saliva
sublinguale Drüse
a salivary gland located beneath the jaw that produces and releases saliva
Unterkieferspeicheldrüse
a major salivary gland located near the ear that produces and secretes saliva into the mouth
Ohrspeicheldrüse
a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sweat
Schweissdrüse
a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sebum
Talgdrüse
a sweat gland responsible for regulating body temperature through the production and secretion of sweat
ekkrine Drüse
a type of sweat gland that produces a thicker secretion containing proteins and lipids
apokrine Drüse
a hormone that regulates the activity of the gonads, promoting their development and function
gonadotropes Hormon
a male reproductive organ responsible for the production of sperm and the secretion of testosterone
Hoden
a specialized structure in the human body that produces and releases substances through a duct
Kanaldrüse
a gland in the male body that produces fluid for semen and surrounds the urethra, aiding in urine control
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