Endocrine Flashcards
Pancreas function
The pancreas produces insulin and glucagon, both of which are involved in regulating blood glucose levels
Ovaries function
The ovaries produce oestrogen, which controls puberty and is one of the main hormones in the regulation of the menstrual cycle.
Pituitary gland
The pituitary gland releases hormones in response to changes detected by the hypothalamus
Located in the brain
Thyroid gland
This gland is in our neck and releases thyroxine.
Thyroxine regulates our metabolism, heart rate and temperature.
Adrenal gland
They produce adrenaline, which triggers the ‘fight or flight’ response when an organism is presented with a dangerous situation
Located above kidneys
Testes function
The testes produce testosterone, which controls puberty and sperm production
CNS system
Triggers rapid response.
Uses electrical signals that are carried by neurones.
Response is very short.
Acts on a very precise part of the body
Endocrine system
Triggers a slower response.
Uses chemical messengers that are carried by blood.
Response can be long-lasting.
Can act on large areas of the body
What are hormones
Chemical messengers
