ipCD – Endocrine - Actions of Hormones on Target Cells

Benjamin Cummings. InterActive Physiology® 8-System Suite CD-ROM, Benjamin Cummings, 2004.

(if you have the 7-System CD, log on to www.interactivephysiology.com)

Objective:

To explain in short essays or with diagrams the role of hormone receptors and second messenger systems and the control of cellular metabolism, especially the action of insulin, at the level of 85% proficiency for each student.

In order to achieve this objective, you will need to be able to:

1. Describe hormone receptors.
2. Describe common second messenger systems.
3. Explain how hormones induce changes in cellular metabolism.
4. Explain the control and action of insulin.

© David G. Ward, Ph.D.  Last modified by wardd 23 May, 2006