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… which is like cortisol, lowers the amount of ACTH released by the pituitary gland. This in turn lowers the amount of cortisol released by the adrenal glands. After a dose of … which is like cortisol, lowers the amount of ACTH released by the pituitary gland. This in turn lowers the …
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… The test is used to help evaluate: Incontinence (accidental release of urine) in women and men. Urination problems. An … The test is used to help evaluate: Incontinence (accidental release of urine) in women and men. Urination problems. An …
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… these pains when you breastfeed. Breastfeeding triggers the release of oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract. … these pains when you breastfeed. Breastfeeding triggers the release of oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract. …
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… Nicotine patch The patch sticks to your skin and slowly releases nicotine into your bloodstream. You don't need a … a 24-hour patch), and nausea. Nicotine gum or lozenge It releases nicotine slowly in your mouth. You don't need a … Nicotine patch The patch sticks to your skin and slowly releases nicotine into your bloodstream. You don't need a …
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… These hormones prevent pregnancy by: Preventing the release of an egg from the ovaries Thickening cervical mucus … require you to take a daily pill. Others, like the patch, release the hormones slowly over a longer period of time. … Risk of blood clots Hormonal contraception and using other medications at the same time (HealthLinkBC File #91a) …
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… lining. When food enters the stomach, G cells trigger the release of gastrin in the blood. As blood levels of gastrin rise, the stomach releases acid (gastric acid) that helps break down and … lining. When food enters the stomach, G cells trigger the release of gastrin in the blood. As blood levels of gastrin …
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… hormone renin normally stimulates the adrenal glands to release aldosterone. High levels of both renin and … test is done to: Measure the amount of aldosterone released into the body by the adrenal glands. Check for a … hormone renin normally stimulates the adrenal glands to release aldosterone. High levels of both renin and …
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… hormone renin normally stimulates the adrenal glands to release aldosterone. High levels of both renin and … test is done to: Measure the amount of aldosterone released into the body by the adrenal glands. Check for a … hormone renin normally stimulates the adrenal glands to release aldosterone. High levels of both renin and …
