The following points highlight the two main types of female sex hormones. The types are: 1. Estrogens 2. Progesterone. Female Sex Hormones Type # 1. Estrogens: Chemistry: a. The estrogens are C-18 steroids and differ from androgens in lacking the methyl group C10. The ring A is aromatic. b. The androgens, testosterone, and androstenedione are precursors for the synthesis of [...]
The below mentioned article provides a short note on the Thyroid Gland. The thyroid gland weighs about 25-30 gm. and consists of closely packed sacs (follicles) filled with proteinaceous colloid. The gland secretes the hormones thyroxine and triiodothyronine. Of a total of 50 mg of iodine in the body, about 10-15 mg are in thyroid. Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine: Chemistry: 1. [...]
The following points highlight the nine main hormones released by anterior pituitary gland. The hormones are: 1. Tropic Hormone 2. Adrenocorticotropic Hormone 3. Lutenizing Hormone (LH) 4. Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) 5. Growth Hormone (GH, Somatotroph in) 6. Prolactin (PL) 7. Neurohypophysis (The Posterior Lobe of the Pituitary) Oxytocin 8. Vasopressin 9. Middle Lobe of the Pituitary. Anterior Pituitary Gland: [...]