'Sex steroids' diaporamas de présentation

Hormone Biosynthesis, Metabolism, and Mechanism of Action

Hormone Biosynthesis, Metabolism, and Mechanism of Action. Adrian Quesada Rojas, MD. Definitions. Hormone: Substance produced in tissue => bloodstream => responsive cells Provides means of communication chemical regulatory and signaling Bloodstream Paracrine: cell to cell (contiguos)

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Adrenal function

Adrenal function. Introduction. The adrenal gland is a multifunctional organ that produces the steroid hormones and neuropeptides which are essential for life .

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Reproductive System

Reproductive System. Male Reproductive Physiology . DR. ZAHOOR ALI DR. AMEL EASSAWI. Objectives. Describe the physiological functions of the major components of the male reproductive system.

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Biochemistry I, Barry University March 31, 2005 Steroid Chemistry & Endocrinology Kenneth L. Campbell Professor of B

Biochemistry I, Barry University March 31, 2005 Steroid Chemistry & Endocrinology Kenneth L. Campbell Professor of Biology University of Massachusetts at Boston.

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Lipids

Lipids. They do not mix with water. Examples: fats and steroids. LIPIDS ARE NEXT. WHAT DO THEY DO?. They are a great source of STORED ENERGY so we have it in the future. They INSULATE the body to maintain normal body temperature and they CUSHION the internal organs for protection.

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Adrenal Gland

Adrenal Gland. Emad Raddaoui , MD, FCAP, FASC Associate Professor; Consultant Histopathology & Cytopathology. Adrenal Glands. The adrenal glands: paired endocrine organs: cortex and medulla: 4 layers Three layers in the cortex: Zona glomerulosa Zona reticularis abuts the medulla.

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Sex Differentiation and Dimorphism

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The Skeletal System:Bone Tissue

The Skeletal System:Bone Tissue. Dynamic and ever-changing throughout life Skeleton composed of many different tissues cartilage, bone tissue, epithelium, nerve, blood forming tissue, adipose, and dense connective tissue. Functions of Bone. Supporting & protecting soft tissues

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ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM. Endocrine System. A system of glands that secrete hormones (chemical messengers) directly into the blood stream. Promotes growth and maintains the internal balance of the body. (Homeostasis) Note: The hypothalamus is technically part of the nervous system(brain).

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Steroids

Steroids. Tim Carlin & Rikki Harley. What are steroids?.

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