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Endocrine System

NURS 241
Across
Manner in which correct hormone binds to specific receptor
Produces regulatory hormones important towards maintaining homeostasis
The thyroid should be palpated this way
Tests for hyperfunction
Islet cells that secrete glucagon
Diagnostic test used in evaluation of thyroid, parathyroid, testes, and ovaries
Increases serum calcium levels
Part of pituitary gland that stores and releases ADH
Hormone causes opposite action of initial change
Hormone produced in testes
Four small glands on the back of the thyroid that help regulate calcium
Patchy areas of pigment loss
Hormone produced in ovaries
Part of the pituitary gland that secretes TSH and ACTH
Natural chemicals exerting effects on specific tissues
Procedure done to evaluate thyroid nodules
Down
Constant normal balance within each body system
Islet cells that secrete insulin
Part of the adrenal gland that secretes catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinephrine)
Helps regulate T3 and T4 levels
Tests for hypofunction
Decreased ADH production, estrogen production, glucose tolerance, and general metabolism associated with ______.
Excessive growth of body hair
Endocrine gland known as the master gland
Produces and secretes mineralocorticoids (aldosterone) and glucocorticoids (cortisol)
Protruding eyeballs and retracted upper eyelids
A 24 hour urine test needs to be kept _____.
Diagnostic test most sensitive for the evaluation of the pituitary gland