Animal Science 434Reproductive Physiology.ppt

Animal Science 434Reproductive Physiology Lecture 6 and 7: Endocrinology What is the function of the endocrine system? Integration of Body Functions nervous and endocrine systems are similar nervous system seconds endocrine system minutes and hours Neuro-endocrine Response Manipulation of the Endocrine System Hormones can be used to regulate body functions growth (anabolic steroids) lactation (GH or STH) birth control (Estradiol, Progesterone) estrous cycle (PGF2?) superovulation and embryo transplant (FSH,eCG) parturition (oxytocin) Endocrine Gland Exocrine Gland A gland with ducts that are used for secretion Hormone Substance produced by endocrine gland Acts on cells, tissues or organs at a place other than where produced Acts as a catalyst. Endocrine Glands Classification and Properties of Hormone A. Site of Production B. Type of action 1. Primary hormone of reproduction 2. Metabolic hormone C. Chemical Structure 1. General structure Proteins and polypeptides Steroids Fatty acids Modified amino acid 2. Size Classification and Properties of Hormone A. Site of Production B. Type of action 1. Primary hormone of reproduction 2. Metabolic hormone C. Chemical Structure 1. General structure Proteins and polypeptides Steroids Fatty acids Modified amino acid 2. Size Location of the Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland Hypothalamus Function of Hypothalamus appetite thirst body temperature vasomotor activity emotion use of body nutrient reserves activity of intestine sleep sexual behavior Production and release of releasing hormones Releasing Hormones of the Hypothalamus A. Structure short chain polypeptides (3 - 44 amino acids) B. General Function to cause the release of trophic hormones from the anterior pituitary gland Releasing Hormones of the Hypothalamus C.Hormones Gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) LH, FSH release Thyrotrophin releasing hormone (TRH) TSH and prolactin release Corticotrophin releasing hormone (CRH) ACTH release Growth hormone relea