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What hormone stimulates the synthesis of THs?

Secretion of TSH stimulates the synthesis and secretion of THs. Increasing levels of T4 and triiodothyronine (T3) then generate negative feedback on the pituitary and hypothalamus to inhibit TRH and TSH synthesis.

Which cell controls the timing of the sleep-wake cycle?

HYPOTHALAMUS. *A small group of hypothalamic nerve cells, the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), controls the timing of the sleep-wake cycle and coordinates this cycle with circadian rhythms (24-hour rhythm cycles) in areas of the brain and other tissues.

What is the function of sympathetic stimulation?

INCREASED BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS. *Sympathetic stimulation promote responses that are concerned with the protection of the individual, which include increased blood sugar levels, temperature, and blood pressure. -The sympathetic nervous system primarily serves to protect an individual by: INCREASING BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS.

Which cell is responsible for the immune response?

LANGERHANS CELLS ( a type of dendritic cells) - component of the epidermis that initiates immune responses and provides a defense against environmental antigens. MAST CELLS - cells of the dermis that release histamine and play a role in the hypersensitivity reactions by the skin.

What is the difference between LANGERHANS CELLS and MAST CELLS?

Tap card to see definition 👆. LANGERHANS CELLS ( a type of dendritic cells) - component of the epidermis that initiates immune responses and provides a defense against environmental antigens. MAST CELLS - cells of the dermis that release histamine and play a role in the hypersensitivity reactions by the skin.

What is excessive hormone production?

Excessive hormone production, which is the result of the failure to turn off the system, can cause various hormonal imbalances and related conditions. Review the function of the parathyroid gland, anterior pituitary, posterior pituitary. -POSTERIOR PITUITARY secretes. (1) ADH, also called arginine vasopressin, and.