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Examples of biogenic amines (catecholamines)
A
Thyroid hormone
Epinephrine
Norepinephrine
2
Q
Examples of peptides
A
Oxytocin PTH (parathyroid hormone) Insulin Glucagon Growth hormone Releasing and inhibiting factors
3
Q
Examples of steroids
A
Testosterone
Estrogen
Progesterone
Thyroid hormone
4
Q
What does a transcription factor do to a cell?
A
Changes the genetic activity of the cell
5
Q
What is the name of the portal system between the hypothalamus and pituitary gland?
A
Hypothalamo-hypophyseal portal system
6
Q
What is a portal system?
A
2 capillary beds
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