Pituitary Gland:Known as the "master gland", the pituitary gland contains two sections: the anterior, and the posterior pituitary. This section of the pituitary functions mostly in the release of hormones, such as anti-diuretic hormone (ADH)....
vasotocin; synthetically prepared or obtained from the posterior lobe of the pituitary of healthy domestic animals. In pharmacologic doses vasopressin causes water retention and contraction of smooth muscle, notably that of all blood vessels; large doses may produce cerebral or coronary arterial spasm....
A peptide hormone which is elaborated by the posterior pituitary and which has a pressor effect; used medicinally as an antidiuretic. Also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH). McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific & Technical Terms, 6E, Copyright © 2003 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. The...
C. anterior pituitary, and it targets follicula This hormone helps regulate calcium and phosphorus. A. TSH B. ACTH C. PTH D. FSH Identify the hormone (secreted by the hypothalamus) from the following effect on the anterior pituitary gland: Simulates the secretion of thyroid-stimulati...
Fig. 1. Chest X-ray posterior-anterior view on admission(24 June, 2020) showing bilateral extensive pulmonary infiltration mostly in the periphery of both lungs. The treatment was started after getting initial investigation with slow hypertonic 3% sodium chloride solution, after 6 hours of infusion...
The pituitary gland is a small endocrine gland located at the base of the skull that produces hormones into the bloodstream to maintain internal body functions. Learn about the function of the anterior pituitary gland, posterior pituitary gland, and the importance of the hypothalam...
Answer to: The hypothalamus produces a hormone (ADH) that is released by the posterior pituitary gland into the blood stream. Explain the normal...
Explain why we do not see significant changes in plasma osmolarity during dehydration or water loading. Briefly explain the significance of the limbic system and reticular formation. Describe how the hypothalamus regulates the secretion of anterior...
Synthesize the hormones oxytocin and ADH: A. Anterior pituitary B. Hypothalamus C. Posterior pituitary D. Pineal gland E. Kidneys What affect does ADH have on the body? a. ADH decreases the level of calcium in the extracellular space. b. AD...
A. The release of ADH by the posterior pituitary. B. The transport of NaCl out of the proximal convoluted tubule. C. The tr Which of the following accounts for the increased osmolality with prolonged exercise in a hot environment? a. The increased production ...