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How Are Hormones That Are Made by Cell Bodies in the Hypothalamus

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How are hormones that are made by cell bodies in the hypothalamus delivered to the posterior pituitary gland?


Definitions:

Glomerular Filtrate

The fluid that is filtered from the blood through the glomeruli into the Bowman's capsule in the kidneys, initiating urine formation.

Red Blood Cells

The cells in blood responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body, using the protein hemoglobin to transport oxygen.

Kidney Damage

Harm or impairment of kidney function, which can result from various causes including disease, infection, or physical injury.

Aldosterone

A hormone produced by the adrenal gland that helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium and potassium levels in the blood.

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