Hypothalamus

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Hypothalamus Pituitary Adrenal Axis Rough
Overview
hypothalamus (in brain)
CRH Corticotropin Releasing Hormone
when needed, the hypothalamus sends out CRH,
which activates the pituitary
pituitary gland
in response, pituitary sends out ACTH, which goes
to the adrenal glands
ACTH adrenocorticotropic hormone
adrenal gland specifically adrenal cortex
in response, adrenal cortex sends out cortisol,
which has many effects in many different parts of
the body.
cortisol
body many effects on many different systems,
including blood vessels, digestive system,
kidneys, etc.