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Growth Hormone and Growth Factors — Flashcards

Growth Hormone and Growth Factors — Flashcards

Growth Hormone and Growth Factors — Flashcards
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#1

Laron syndrome, or dwarfism, is characterized by _____ GH and decreased IGF-1

#2

The most important of the somatomedins is _____, also known as IGF-1

#3

Glucocorticoid (cortisol) secretion is _____ and diurnal (daily) in nature, oscillating with a circadian rhythm

#4

_____ is synthesized in the somatotrophs of the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland

#5

Glucagon causes a(n) _____ in growth hormone secretion

#6

Cortisol causes a(n) _____ in growth hormone secretion

#7

The zona _____ secretes androgens, such as dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and androstenedione

#8

Calcitriol _____ Ca2+ and phosphate release into the bloodstream by stimulating osteoblasts to activate osteoclasts

#9

Prolactin deficiency occurs with destruction of the _____ and results in the failure to lactate (females)

#10

Cortisol (glucocorticoids) up-regulates _____ receptors on arterioles, increasing their sensitivity to catecholamines (i.e. norepinephrine and epinephrine)

Growth Hormone and Growth Factors Flashcards for NEET-PG

Study 10 flashcards on Growth Hormone and Growth Factors for NEET-PG Physiology. These active recall cards cover the key concepts, clinical associations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Endocrinology. Each card is designed to test your understanding rather than just recognition, building stronger and more durable memories for exam day.

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