Hormones Collection

Athlete physiology, artwork
Athlete physiology. Computer artwork of a male athlete, with enlargements to show the important physiological enhancements typical of most athletes

PLM of crystals of testosterone
^BMale sex hormone.^b Polarised light micrograph of crystals of testosterone. Testosterone is the main human androgen, the class of steroid hormones responsible for the development of male

Islet of Langerhans, light micrograph
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans (centre) in the pancreas. This structure is composed of clumps of secretory cells

Pancreatic islet of Langerhans
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans (pale, centre) in pancreas tissue. This clump of secretory cells forms part of the endocrine system of the body

Cretin, woman suffering from congenital iodine deficiency syndome (engraving)
5216874 Cretin, woman suffering from congenital iodine deficiency syndome (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cretin)

Woman standing, body facing forward head turned to one side, illustration overlay showing skeleton and inner organs

Diagram showing the interaction between female sexual organs and the brain, on one side, the normal reproductive cycle, and on the other, the effect of the contraceptive pill

Menopause, conceptual artwork. Menopause is the cessation of menstruation. It usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55

Illustration showing parts of endocrine system
Medicine: endocrine system

Illustration showing thyroid gland formation and descent from foramen cecum (tongue)
Medicine: Human anatomy, embryology, thyroid gland formation and descent from the foramen cecum (tongue). Drawing

Insulin A chain molecule
Insulin A chain. Computer model of an A chain of human insulin that has been synthesized on a crosslinked polystyrene solid support. This is an example of solid phase peptide synthesis (SPPS)

Kidneys, anatomical artwork
Kidneys. Anatomical computer artwork of a mans body, showing the position of the kidneys (red, centre left and right) and adrenal glands (beige)

Renal blood supply, anatomical artwork
Renal blood supply. Anatomical computer artwork of a human kidney (left) and adrenal gland (beige, upper centre), showing their main blood supply

Female endocrine glands, artwork C016 / 7522
Female endocrine glands. Computer artwork showing the location of the endocrine glands (yellow) in a womans body. These are (from top to bottom): thyroid, thymus, adrenal glands (x2), pancreas

Diabetic woman, artwork C016 / 9367
Diabetic woman. Computer artwork showing sugar (white dots) entering the blood stream of a diabetic woman as she eats an apple. Some of the sugar is used by mitochondria (blue) to produce energy

Oestradiol, female sex hormone, PLM C016 / 7197
Female sex hormone. Polarised light micrograph (PLM) of crystals of Oestradiol, also known as beta- Estradiol. This is the most potent of the six naturally-occurring oestrogens

Diabetes, artwork
Diabetes. Computer artwork showing the difference between a diabetic (right) and non-diabetic (left) persons blood glucose uptake

Steroid secreting cell, TEM
Steroid secreting cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a cell involved with steroid synthesis and secretion (steroidogenesis)

Pineal gland, light micrograph. The pineal gland is a small endocrine gland located near to the centre of the brain, between the two hemispheres

Islet of Langerhans, light micrograph C016 / 0514
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans in a pancreas. Scattered throughout the pancreas, the islets are endocrine cells that secrete a range of hormones

Islet of Langerhans, light micrograph C016 / 0513
Islet of Langerhans. Light micrograph of a section through an islet of Langerhans in a pancreas. Scattered throughout the pancreas, the islets are endocrine cells that secrete a range of hormones

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork C014 / 0402
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. At centre is the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink).Above the larynx is the hyoid bone (white)

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. At centre is the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink)

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork C014 / 0404
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. The larynx, also known as the voice box, is purple/grey. It is surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink)

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork C014 / 0400
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. At centre is the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink)

Insulin production, artwork
Insulin production. Computer artwork of the human pancreas (yellow) and an islet of Langerhans (green) producing the hormone insulin (small spheres)

Oestrogen related receptor-DNA complex. Molecular model of human estrogen related receptor-2 (heRR-2, purple) binding to a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, red and yellow-green)

Oestradiol, female sex hormone, PLM C016 / 7213
Female sex hormone. Polarised light micrograph (PLM) of crystals of Oestradiol, also known as beta- Estradiol. This is the most potent of the six naturally-occurring oestrogens

Oestradiol, female sex hormone, PLM C016 / 7210
Female sex hormone. Polarised light micrograph (PLM) of crystals of Oestradiol, also known as beta- Estradiol. This is the most potent of the six naturally-occurring oestrogens

Oestradiol, female sex hormone, PLM C016 / 7202
Female sex hormone. Polarised light micrograph (PLM) of crystals of Oestradiol, also known as beta- Estradiol. This is the most potent of the six naturally-occurring oestrogens

Testosterone hormone, light micrograph C015 / 6787
Testosterone hormone. Polarised light micrograph of crystals of the male sex hormone testosterone. Testosterone is the main human androgen hormone

Urinary system, artwork C015 / 6455
Urinary system. Computer artwork showing the organs of the human urinary system. The kidneys (red, top left and right) filter waste products such as urea from the blood (red and blue) to form urine

Urinary system, artwork C015 / 6454
Urinary system. Computer artwork showing the organs of the human urinary system. The kidneys (red, top left and right) filter waste products such as urea from the blood to form urine

Thyroid gland, SEM C015 / 6419
Thyroid gland. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fracture through the thyroid gland revealing several follicles (green and blue). Between the follicles is connective tissue (pink)

Stress, conceptual artwork C013 / 9470
Stress. Conceptual artwork of a depiction of the word stress breaking up into pieces against a red background. This represents the collective term for the psychological condition that is caused by

Kidneys and ureters, artwork C013 / 4672
Kidneys and ureters. Computer artwork showing an oblique anterior view of the kidneys, the main organs of the urinary system, relative to the skeleton and abdominal organs (white)

Kidneys and ureters, artwork C013 / 4671
Kidneys and ureters. Computer artwork showing an anterior view of the kidneys, the main organs of the urinary system, relative to the skeleton and abdominal organs (white)

Urinary system, artwork C013 / 4673
Urinary system. Computer artwork showing an anterior view of the kidneys, the main organs of the urinary system, relative to the skeleton and abdominal organs (white)

Urinary system, artwork C013 / 4670
Urinary system. Computer artwork showing the kidneys (top), the main organs of the urinary system. The kidneys are located in the upper abdomen

Urinary system, artwork C013 / 4669
Urinary system. Computer artwork showing the kidneys (top), the main organs of the urinary system. The kidneys are located in the upper abdomen

Kidneys and ureters, artwork C013 / 4668
Kidneys and ureters. Computer artwork showing the kidneys, the main organs of the urinary system. The kidneys are located in the upper abdomen

Groundsel stem, light micrograph
Groundsel stem. Light micrograph of a section through a groundsel stem (Senecio vulgaris), showing xylem vessels (brown, upper centre)

Thyroid gland, light micrograph
Thyroid gland. Coloured light micrograph of a thyroid gland showing the follicles. The follicles are lined by a single layer of cuboidal epithelial cells (purple, dark nuclei)

Thyroid gland follicle, TEM
Thyroid gland follicle. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a follicle from the thyroid gland. The follicle consists of a layer of epithelial cells (pink)

Endocrine cell, TEM
Endocrine cell. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a cultured endocrine cell. Endocrine cells are part of the endocrine system

Pituitary gland tissue, light micrograph
Pituitary gland tissue. Light micrograph of a section through the pars distalis, the anterior part of the adenohypophysis in the pituitary gland

Kideny and adrenal gland
Kidney and adrenal gland, artwork. The kidney is one of a pair of organs that form urine by filtering out waste products from the blood

Shaving foam
MODEL RELEASED. Shaving foam. Nineteen year old man squeezing shaving foam into his hand in preparation for shaving. Shaving is a method of hair removal (depilation)

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"Hormones: Unveiling the Intricacies of Athlete Physiology and Artistic Wonders" Delving into the realm of hormones, we uncover a fascinating world where athlete physiology intertwines with captivating artwork. From the crystalline structures of testosterone to the mesmerizing light micrograph of Islet of Langerhans, this journey will leave you in awe. Peering through a scanning electron microscope (SEM), we witness the intricate network of capillaries within the thyroid gland, revealing its profound role in hormone regulation. Meanwhile, an enchanting SEM image showcases the delicate blood vessels that nourish this vital gland. Venturing deeper into our brain's limbic system, we unravel how hormones influence our emotions and behaviors. Through stunning artwork depicting Islets of Langerhans cells, we gain insight into their significance in maintaining glucose balance and overall well-being. Intriguingly, history comes alive as an engraving portrays a woman suffering from congenital iodine deficiency syndrome known as cretinism. This poignant reminder highlights the importance of hormonal balance for optimal health. A thought-provoking illustration captures a woman standing confidently while her body faces forward but her head turns to one side. Overlaying this image are skeletal structures and inner organs - a visual representation showcasing how hormones intricately connect every aspect of our being. The complex relationship between female sexual organs and the brain is unveiled through an informative diagram. On one side lies the normal reproductive cycle while on the other side reveals how contraceptive pills alter this natural process – shedding light on modern advancements impacting hormonal equilibrium. Concluding our exploration is another glimpse at Islet of Langerhans through a captivating light micrograph. Its beauty serves as a testament to nature's precision in orchestrating these tiny clusters responsible for regulating blood sugar levels. Hormones transcend mere chemicals; they embody artistry intertwined with athlete physiology—a symphony that orchestrates life's intricate dance.