Endocrine Flashcards
Master gland of the endocrine system
Pituitary Gland
Produces growth hormone, prolactin, and addrenocoriticotropic hormone
Pituitary Gland
Produces Thyroxin and Calcitonin
Thyroid Gland
Helps to regulate metabolism
Thyroid Gland
Help to regulate calcium levels in the blood
Calcitonin
Produces parathyroid hormone
Parathyroid Gland
Helps to regulate calcium levels in the blood (2)
Parathyroid Gland
Produces thymosin
Thymus Gland
Helps to develop the immune system
Thymosin
Produces epinephrine and norepinephrine, which helps to regulate the fight or flight response
Adrenal Gland
Produces insulin and glucagon
Pancreas
Helps to regulate blood sugar levels
Insulin and Glucagon
Produce estrogen and progesterone, which helps to regulate the menstrual cycle
Ovaries
Produce testosterone which helps to regulate the development of male reproductive organs and secondary sex characteristics
Testes
Hormones play a role in regulating ____ and ______
Growth and Development