Chapter 10 Flashcards
2 types of glands
Exocrine and endocrine
Exocrine glands
Secrete product into ducts leading to body surfaces, cavities, or spaces within organs.
Endocrine glands
Lack ducts; release hormones
Endocrine system
System of glands and associated organs that contain cells that produce hormones
Main function of endocrine system
Regulation of body development
Interactive with the nervous system to help regulate and coordinate body systems to promote homeostasis
Hormones
Chemical messengers of the endocrine system. Molecule that regulates function of other cells or organ systems
Target cell
Have receptors, protein molecules that recognize and bind to specific hormones
Hormones are _______ or _____ soluble.
Lipid or water
Lipid soluble hormones include
Steroid hormones (derived from cholesterol)
Water-soluble hormones
Peptide hormone