Lipid-soluble hormones are typically synthesized and stored in advance, whereas water-soluble hormones are synthesized and released on demand.
Lipid-soluble hormones, such as steroid hormones (e.g., cortisol, estrogen, testosterone), are derived from cholesterol and are synthesized in advance by various endocrine glands, such as the adrenal cortex and gonads. These hormones are then stored in the glandular cells or bound to carrier proteins until they are needed.
On the other hand, water-soluble hormones, such as peptide hormones (e.g., insulin, growth hormone, glucagon) and amine hormones (e.g., epinephrine, norepinephrine), are synthesized in response to specific stimuli. These hormones are typically produced by endocrine glands (e.g., pancreas, pituitary gland) in response to signals from the body. Once synthesized, they are released directly into the bloodstream or other body fluids to exert their effects.
In summary, lipid-soluble hormones are early synthesized and stored, while water-soluble hormones are synthesized and released on demand.
amond water soluble hormone and lipid soluble hormone which is early synthesized and stored
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