Human Hormones: A Diverse Orchestra
The human body produces a vast array of hormones, each with
unique functions and chemical structures. Here's a breakdown:
Types by Physical Nature:
- Peptide
Hormones: These are chain-like molecules made of amino acids.
Examples include insulin, growth hormone, and prolactin.
- Steroid
Hormones: Derived from cholesterol, they have a characteristic ring
structure. Examples include estrogen, testosterone, and cortisol.
- Amine
Hormones: These are synthesized from amino acids and have simpler
structures. Examples include thyroid hormones, adrenaline, and dopamine.
- Eicosanoids: These are lipid molecules derived from fatty acids and include prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
List of Hormones by Gland:
Pituitary Gland:
- Growth
Hormone (GH)
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
- Adrenocorticotropic
Hormone (ACTH)
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- Luteinizing
Hormone (LH)
- Prolactin
- Oxytocin
Thyroid Gland:
- Triiodothyronine
(T3)
- Thyroxine
(T4)
Parathyroid Glands:
- Parathyroid
Hormone (PTH)
Adrenal Glands:
- Cortisol
- Aldosterone
- Adrenaline
(epinephrine)
- Noradrenaline
(norepinephrine)
Pancreas:
- Insulin
- Glucagon
Ovaries:
- Estrogen
- Progesterone
Testes:
- Testosterone
Kidneys:
- Renin
- Erythropoietin
Gastrointestinal Tract:
- Gastrin
- Ghrelin
- Secretin
Other Sites:
- Melatonin
(Pineal Gland)
- Leptin
(Fat Tissue)
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