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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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What is the purpose of having a specific receptor for estrogen within the cell?

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Estrogen receptor is located in several parts in the female body like hypothalamo pituitary axis, breast tissue, liver, uterus, vagina and bone tissue where it is the target of drugs against menopause and some cancer types. The estrogen receptor is located in the hypothalamus pituitary axis, breast tissue, liver, uterus, and vagina and in bone tissue. The location of the receptor affects the response of the receptors. Estrogen receptor in different locations yields different physiological effects.

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