Biol 473 theory solutions - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Biol 473 Theory Exam 2 Complete Study Solutions With Real Tests Primary pathology problem with secretion in target gland Secondary pathology problem with secretion of trophic hormone Hypothalamic pituitary gonad axis pathway hypothalamus releases gnrh Gnrh signals pituitary gland to release lh and fsh (inhibits gnrh) Lh targets gamete production(females) Lh targets endocrine cells that release steroid and peptide hormones Fsh targets gamete production

Proximal convoluted tubule functions - reabsorption of water, ions, and organic nutrients Distal convoluted tubule functions - secretion of ions, acids, drugs, and toxins Henle's loop functions - reabsorption of water, sodium, and chloride Cardiac output in the kidney - 25% of cardiac output is filtered in the kidney Blood pressure - kidneys regulate blood pressure by maintaining salt and water balance Hyponatremia - overhydration, low salt concentration, increased blood pr...