Controls the metabolism of calcium
Influences the development of female secondary sex characteristics
Contraction of uterus during labor and contraction of breast tissue to aid lactation
Promotes the conversion of glycogen to glucose and causes hyperglycemia
Causes glucose to be removed from the blood and stored causes hypoglycemia
Stimulates maturation of follicle, stimulates ovulation and production of testosterone
Stimulates the growth & development of eggs in the female’s ovary and sperm production in males
Promotes the reabsorption of sodium and excretion of potassium by the kidney
Stimulates the production of thyroxine
Lowers blood calcium by inhibiting osteoclasts
Regulates menstrual cycle in non-pregnant women and milk production in pregnant women
Influences the development of male secondary sex characteristics
Stimulates the secretion of hormones by the cortex of adrenal glands
Raises the blood sugar and increases the heartbeat and breathing rates
Stimulates the elongation of the long bones of the body and builds muscle mass
Involved in the regulation of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism
Prolactin
ACTH
Growth hormone
Calcitonin
Aldosterone
Progesterone
Thyroxine
Testosterone
Parathyroid hormone
Insulin
Adrenaline
Glucagon
TSH
LH
Oxytocin
FSH