Across
- 3. prepares the body for stress (fight/flight)
- 6. (F)regulates the menstrual cycle
- 7. for milk production and mammary gland development
- 9. triggers release of LH and FSH
- 10. triggers primordial germ cells to mature
- 14. decreases blood calcium
- 16. promotes pleasure, motivation, and satisfaction
- 17. signals bone and muscle tissue to grow
- 18. (M)regulates libido, bone/fat/lean mass, and RBC and sperm production
- 20. inhibits other hormone release and helps GI function
- 21. increases blood gluscose
- 22. targets adrenal glands to release stress hormones
- 23. decreases metabolism during stress
- 25. stimulates metabolism passively
- 26. regulates BP with Na and K
- 27. controls thyroid hormone production
- 28. increases alertness, arousal, and attention during stress
Down
- 1. lowers blood glucose
- 2. (F)prepares for pregnancy and placental development
- 4. increases blood calcium
- 5. regulates the HPA axis for stress
- 8. controls menstrual cycle and egg release
- 11. Growth hormone releasing hormone
- 12. triggers release of TSH
- 13. causes water retention and regulates BP
- 15. sleep and circadian rhythm regulation
- 19. actively stimulates metabolism
- 24. contracts the uterus during childbirth and assists lactation