Endocrine System

GLANDS
1. Pituitary Gland
  1. Hypothalamus
    1. Thymus
      1. Pineal Gland
        Testes
        Ovaries
        Thyroid
        Adrenal Glands
        Parathyroid
        Pancreas
        Secretes the hormones insulin and glucagon to control blood sugar levels throughout the day.
        Are four tiny glands, located in the neck, that control the body's calcium levels.
        The adrenal cortex—the outer part of the gland—produces hormones that are vital to life and The adrenal medulla—the inner part of the gland—produces nonessential (that is, you don’t need them to live) hormones
        Regulates your metabolism. The two main thyroid hormones are T3 and T4.
        The ovaries maintain the health of the female reproductive system. They secrete two main hormones—estrogen and progesterone.
        The testes secrete testosterone, which is necessary for proper physical development in boys.
        Has a colorful and misunderstood history. It’s considered a somewhat mysterious organ, as its function was discovered last of the endocrine glands.
      2. The thymus releases thymosin, wich stimulates T cell development and proper immune response
    2. Makes hormones that control the pituitary glands and hormonesthat are store in pituitary gland
  2. Produces hormones that regulate many of the other endocrine glamds and some some organs
HORMONES
1. Are distribuited through the body via the bloodstream
  1. Hormones Types
    1. Water-soluble hormones
      1. Lipid-Soluble hormones
FUNCTIONS
1. Regulate metabolism
  1. Growth
    1. Development
      1. Tissue Function
        Sexual Function
        Mood

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	Criado por Diego Servin Her quase 11 anos atrás