Definitions H - Endocrine System

Question 1

Diabetes mellitus

Answer 1

Disorder of carbohydrate metabolism characterized by decreased insulin production from pancreas. Three types:
Type 1 (IDDM) - no insulin secreted, usually affects younger patients
Type 2 (NIDDM) - insulin resistance usually affecting older, often overweight patients
Gestational - resulting from pregnancy

Question 2

Endocrine system

Answer 2

System of glands which secrete chemicals into bloodstream to regulate body function

Question 3

Glands

Answer 3

Secrete chemicals (hormones) into bloodstream to regulate body functions

Question 4

Homeostasis

Answer 4

Balance or processes in a living organism

Question 5

Hyperthyroidism

Answer 5

Too much thyroxin

Question 6

Hypothyroidism

Answer 6

Too little thyroxin