ipCD – Endocrine - Hypothalamus and Pituitary

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 organization and control of the hypothalamic – pituitary axis, especially the control of thyroid hormones, at the level of 85% proficiency for each student.

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

1. Describe the anatomy of the hypothalamic - pituitary axis.
2. Explain the neural and hormonal control of the hypothalamic - pituitary axis.
3. Explain the control and action of thyroid hormones.

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