SAM and HPA system

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  • Created on: 21-01-13 19:41
What is the name given to the branch which puts you into a relaxed state?
Parasympathetic branch
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The SAM system stands for .... ?
Sympathetic Adrenal System
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SAM system: Adrenal Medulla secretes 2 hormones. They are....
Adrenaline and Noradrenaline
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SAM system: As a consequence of the 2 hormones being released into the blood stream, how does the body react? (2 things)
Increased heart rate, sweating
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SAM system: This type of reaction is only triggered when the stimulus is: 1. Chronic or 2. Acute?
Acute
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The HPA system stands for....
Hypothalamic Pituitary Adrenal (System)
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HPA System: A hormone is released after the hypothalamus is activated. Name the hormone:
CRF
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HPA system: The pituitary gland produces a hormone known as.....
ACTH
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HPA system: This hormone (ACTH) is then transported into the blood to... (where)? Hint: It's in the kidneys
The Adrenal Cortex
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HPA system: The hormone C....... is released in this part of the kidney.
Cortisols
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HPA System: This type of system is only triggered when the stimuli is...: 1. Ongoing or 2. Short-term
1. Ongoing (Chronic)
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The SAM system stands for .... ?

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SAM system: This type of reaction is only triggered when the stimulus is: 1. Chronic or 2. Acute?

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