Chapter 8- Endocrine Glands Flashcards
1
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islets of Langerhans
A
endocrine cells in the pancreas that secrete glucagon and insulin
2
Q
parathyroid glands
A
Regualte potassium and calcium levels in the bloodstream
3
Q
pineal gland
A
secretes melatonin
4
Q
thymus gland
A
produces thymosin-regulates immune system
5
Q
thyroid gland
A
cell growth and metabolism
6
Q
aldosterone
A
regulates sodium and potassium
7
Q
natr/i
A
Sodium
8
Q
acr/o
A
tip
9
Q
kal/i
A
potassium
10
Q
-penia
A
Deficiency
11
Q
postprandial
A
After a meal
12
Q
Graves disease
A
Excessive thyroid hormone
13
Q
uria
A
u
14
Q
hirsutism
A
Excessive h
15
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luteinizing hormone
A
Stimulates progesterone and testosterone
