| A | B |
|---|
| Thyroid-stimulating hormone | Increases production of thyroid hormone |
| Adrenocorticotropic hormone | Causes the adrenal cortex to secrete more of its hormones |
| Prolactin | Mammary gland development and milk production |
| Antidiuretic hormone | increases water reabsorption by the kidneys |
| Oxytocin | Causes uterine contractions and causes mammary glands to release milk |
| Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine | Increases cells' metabolism |
| Calcitonin | Lowers blood calcium levels - inhibits bone breakdown |
| Parathyroid hormone | Causes an increase in blood calcium by stimulating breakdown of bone |
| Aldosterone | Increases the retention of sodium by the kidneys |
| Cortisol | Depresses the immune system during times of stress |
| Epinephrine and norepinephrine | Prolong and intensify the sympathetic response |
| Glucagon | Causes the liver to release glycogen, which raises blood glucose |
| Insulin | Stimulates cells to absorb glucose, which lowers blood glucose |
| Estrogen | Female sex hormone |
| Testosterone | Male sex hormone |
