PPT Slide
Hormone Major target organ(s) Major Physiologic Effects
Growth hormone Liver, adipose tissue Promotes growth (indirectly), control of protein, lipid
and carbohydrate metabolism
Thyroid-stimulating Thyroid gland Stimulates secretion of thyroid hormones
Adrenocorticotropic Adrenal gland (cortex) Stimulates secretion of glucocorticoids
Prolactin Mammary gland Milk production
Luteinizing hormone Ovary and testis Control of reproductive hormone Ovary and testis
Control of reproductive function
Antidiuretic Kidney Conservation of body water
Oxytocin Ovary and testis Stimulates milk ejection and uterine contractions