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See how the body keeps hormones at a set point, using the thyroid axis and the glucose-insulin system as examples. Push the system out of balance and watch it recover, then tune the gain and see why a small change in thyroid hormone causes a large change in TSH, the reason TSH is such a sensitive signal. An oscillation lab shows when a feedback loop starts cycling instead of settling, which in a three-step loop happens once the feedback is steep enough. Depth levels start with a plain thermostat analogy.
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About Hormone Feedback Loop Simulator
Hormone Feedback Loop Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. See how the body keeps hormones at a set point, using the thyroid axis and the glucose-insulin system as examples. Push the system out of balance and watch it recover, then tune the gain and see why a small change in thyroid hormone causes a large change in TSH, the reason TSH is such a sensitive signal. An oscillation lab shows when a feedback loop starts cycling instead of settling, which in a three-step loop happens once the feedback is steep enough. Depth levels start with a plain thermostat analogy. It runs in your web browser and is free to use, and suits students, teachers and self-learners.
Who it's for: Students, teachers and self-learners
Features
- See how the body keeps hormones at a set point, using the thyroid axis and the glucose-insulin system as examples
- Depth levels start with a plain thermostat analogy
- Runs in any modern web browser, nothing to install
- Free to use in your browser
Frequently asked questions
What is Hormone Feedback Loop Simulator on VTC?
Hormone Feedback Loop Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. See how the body keeps hormones at a set point, using the thyroid axis and the glucose-insulin system as examples. Push the system out of balance and watch it recover, then tune the gain and see why a small change in thyroid hormone causes a large change in TSH, the reason TSH is such a sensitive signal.
Is Hormone Feedback Loop Simulator free to use?
Yes. The VTC app catalog lists Hormone Feedback Loop Simulator at no cost, and it runs in your web browser with nothing to install.
Who is Hormone Feedback Loop Simulator for and how do I start?
It is aimed at students, teachers and self-learners. To start, open https://hormonefeedback.apps.vtc.com in your browser.