Body - Mga glandula at Hormone
Dito ay matututunan mo ang ilang salitang Ingles na nauugnay sa mga glandula at hormone, tulad ng "adrenaline", "insulin", at "oxytocin".
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Pagsusulit
an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings
glandula
a sebaceous gland located in the eyelid that produces and secretes oil to lubricate the surface of the eye
glandulang tarsal
a small gland located at the base of the brain that secretes hormones and regulates various bodily functions
pituitary gland
a small endocrine gland located in the brain that secretes melatonin and helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle
pineal gland
an endocrine gland located in the neck that produces hormones essential for regulating metabolism and growth
thyroid gland
a small endocrine gland near the thyroid gland that produces parathyroid hormone
parathyroid gland
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
thymus
a small endocrine organ located on top of the kidneys that produces hormones
adrenal
a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates electrolyte balance and fluid levels in the body
aldosterone
a class of hormones produced by the adrenal glands
corticosteroid
a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker
adrenaline
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the production and release of cortisol from the adrenal glands
adrenocorticotropic hormone
a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland that regulates water balance in the body
antidiuretic hormone
a hormone that stimulates growth, development, and metabolism in the body
hormone ng paglaki
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates ovulation and testosterone production
luteinizing hormone
a hormone that regulates the growth and development of follicles in the ovaries and the production of sperm in the testes
hormon na nag-uudyok ng follicle
a hormone that regulates childbirth, lactation, and social bonding
oksitosin
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
hormon na nagpapasigla sa thyroid
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
eritropoyetina
a hormone that raises blood sugar levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen in the liver
glukagon
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
estrogen
a hormone produced by the ovaries that plays a vital role in regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy
progesterona
a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and various physiological processes in the body
hormon ng thyroid
a hormone produced by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the body
parathyroid hormone
a hormone that increases heart rate and blood flow
epinephrine
a hormone and neurotransmitter that regulates the body's stress response
norepinephrine
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
salik na nag-uudyok sa pagpapalabas ng hormone ng paglago
a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones
hormone tirotropiko
a hormone generated by the hypothalamus that triggers the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the pituitary gland
factor na naglalabas ng thyrotropin
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
salivary gland
a paired gland in the male reproductive system that secretes fluids to nourish and support the sperm cells
seminal vesicle
a glandular organ in mammals that produces and secretes milk for nourishing offspring
glandulang mammary
a salivary gland located beneath the tongue that produces and secretes saliva
sublingual gland
a salivary gland located beneath the jaw that produces and releases saliva
submandibular gland
a major salivary gland located near the ear that produces and secretes saliva into the mouth
parotid gland
a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sweat
pawis gland
a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sebum
sebacous gland
a sweat gland responsible for regulating body temperature through the production and secretion of sweat
eccrine gland
a type of sweat gland that produces a thicker secretion containing proteins and lipids
apocrine gland
a hormone that regulates the activity of the gonads, promoting their development and function
hormone gonadotropiko
a male reproductive organ responsible for the production of sperm and the secretion of testosterone
testik
a specialized structure in the human body that produces and releases substances through a duct
glandula na ducto
a gland in the male body that produces fluid for semen and surrounds the urethra, aiding in urine control
prostate
a group of hormones secreted by cells in the digestive system that regulate various processes
hormona gastrointestinal