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Sex hormones The adrenal cortex also produces small amounts of the sex hormones Androgens (male sex hormones) Estrogens (female sex hormones) Although both hormones are found in each sex, males produce more androgens and females produce more estrogens. Androgens promote muscle and skeletal development in both males and females. Estrogens play a major role in the female reproductive system. The Adrenal Medulla This part of the adrenal gland secretes two hormones Adrenaline (epinephrine) Noradrenaline (norepinephrine) Adrenaline is the major hormone which is secreted by the body in response to a stressful situation. The adrenal medulla secretes 85% adrenaline and 15% noradrenaline. Affect of Adrenaline These hormones affect the body in a variety of ways Increase heart rate and blood pressure. Cause widening of blood vessels in the heart and respiratory system. Stimulate the liver to break down glycogen to glucose and releasing it into the blood. See also the list of fight or flight response characteristics Adrenaline Anaphylactic shock Anaphylactic shock is a severe allergic reaction to antigens from sources such as Bee stings Peanuts Sources of latex Intravenous medication When these antigens enter the blood stream they trigger a chain reaction which we call anaphylactic shock. Treatment of Anaphylactic Shock Emergency treatment of this reaction involves injection of the adrenaline hormone by a device called Epi – Pen Without immediate treatment an individual could die within minutes. Chapter 13 Review Answer the following questions Page 447 – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 18 Due date: TBA Chapter 13 test - ??? * The Posterior Pituitary This gland is made up of secretory nerve cells which were produced in the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus makes two hormones called anti – diuretic hormone (ADH) and oxytocin which are stored in the posterior pituitary gland until needed. Anti–diuretic Hormone This hormone has two major roles in the human body