Suggested Level of Knowlege: Good

LOs

BT_PO 1.66 Outline the endocrine functions of the kidney

BT_PO 1.85 Explain the control of blood glucose

BT_PO 1.86 Describe the role of the hypothalamus in the integration of neuro-humoral responses

BT_PO 1.87 Describe control of secretion and the functions of:

· Pituitary hormones

· Thyroid hormones

· Adrenocortical hormones

· Adrenomedullary hormones

· Renin and angiotensin

· Atrial natriuretic peptide

BT_PO 1.88 Describe the regulation of plasma calcium including the actions and control of vitamin D, parathormone and calcitonin

Past SAQs

2017.1 Outline the physiological effects of the adrenal hormones aldosterone and cortisol. (Do NOT describe synthesis or metabolism.)

2013.2 Describe the physiological effects of endogenous glucocorticoids.

2009.2 Describe the role of insulin in fat metabolism.

2009.1 Describe the physiological effects of the glucocorticoids.

2008.1 Outline the physiological consequences of diabetic keto acidosis.

2006.2, 2000.1 List the hormones that regulate tubular reabsorption and describe their action and site of action.

2006.2 Describe the physiological consequences of acute hypoglycaemia.

2004.2 Briefly describe the secretion and functions of renin and angiotensin.

2003.1 Describe the physiological actions of thyroid hormones.

2000.2 Outline the actions of insulin that affect fat metabolism.

Endocrine Physiology