LSC ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY CONNECT ACCESS
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ISBN: 9781264929290
Author: McKinley
Publisher: MCG CUSTOM
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Chapter 17.3, Problem 8WDYL
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Prostaglandins are a type of lipids that are derived from the arachidonic fatty acid. These are also called eicosanoids. The main function of these compounds is their anti-inflammatory properties. These also act as vasodilators, which also reduce the risks of high blood pressure
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LSC ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY CONNECT ACCESS
Ch. 17.1 - Prob. 1WDYLCh. 17.1 - Prob. 2WDYLCh. 17.1 - Prob. 3WDYLCh. 17.2 - Prob. 4WDYLCh. 17.2 - Prob. 5WDYLCh. 17.3 - Identify which of the following hormone categories...Ch. 17.3 - What two events or processes associated with a...Ch. 17.3 - Prob. 8WDYLCh. 17.4 - Why are carrier proteins necessary for...Ch. 17.4 - What is the added benefit of a carrier protein?
Ch. 17.4 - What is the relationship of hormone synthesis to...Ch. 17.5 - Where are lipid-soluble hormone receptors located?...Ch. 17.5 - Prob. 13WDYLCh. 17.6 - How does down-regulation of cellular receptors...Ch. 17.6 - What effects are seen when hormones act...Ch. 17.7 - What is the anatomic connection between the...Ch. 17.7 - Prob. 17WDYLCh. 17.7 - Prob. 18WDYLCh. 17.7 - Prob. 19WDYLCh. 17.7 - Prob. 20WDYLCh. 17.8 - Prob. 21WDYLCh. 17.8 - What is the relationship of TRH, TSH, and TH in...Ch. 17.8 - What are the primary target organs/issues of TH?...Ch. 17.8 - Prob. 24WDYLCh. 17.9 - Prob. 25WDYLCh. 17.9 - Prob. 26WDYLCh. 17.9 - Prob. 27WDYLCh. 17.10 - Prob. 28WDYLCh. 17.10 - Prob. 29WDYLCh. 17.10 - Prob. 30WDYLCh. 17.10 - Prob. 31WDYLCh. 17.11 - Prob. 32WDYLCh. 17.11 - Prob. 33WDYLCh. 17.11 - Prob. 34WDYLCh. 17.11 - Prob. 35WDYLCh. 17.12 - Prob. 36WDYLCh. 17 - Prob. 1DYKBCh. 17 - This hormones primary function is to regulate...Ch. 17 - Which of the following are components of...Ch. 17 - A hormone released from the anterior pituitary is...Ch. 17 - Prob. 5DYKBCh. 17 - Prob. 6DYKBCh. 17 - Glucagon has an __________ effect to insulin on...Ch. 17 - Glucocorticoids (e.g., cortisol) are produced in...Ch. 17 - Thyroid-stimulating hormone stimulates the a....Ch. 17 - Prob. 10DYKBCh. 17 - Prob. 11DYKBCh. 17 - Prob. 12DYKBCh. 17 - Explain the three mechanisms used to stimulate...Ch. 17 - Identify the three chemical classes of hormones,...Ch. 17 - Describe how local hormones differ from...Ch. 17 - Explain the function of carrier proteins in...Ch. 17 - Describe how water-soluble hormones interact with...Ch. 17 - Explain how the hypothalamus oversees and controls...Ch. 17 - Explain how the hypothalamus oversees and controls...Ch. 17 - Discuss the homeostatic system involving insulin.Ch. 17 - George is a 43-year-old construction worker who...Ch. 17 - What is the best diagnostic test to determine if...Ch. 17 - Jelena is late for work and is rushing to get out...Ch. 17 - Blood samples from a young woman named Michelle...Ch. 17 - Stephen is taking a new weight-loss supplement...Ch. 17 - Prob. 1CSLCh. 17 - Prob. 2CSLCh. 17 - Henry is a well-informed patient who is interested...
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