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Endocrine Flashcards

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Hypothalamus

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Works with pituitary gland to maintain homeostasis.

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Pineal Cord

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Secretes melatonin, regulates other hormones, helps sleep

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Pituitary

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Master glands, controls other glands (size of pea)

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Thyroid

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Controls growth and metabolism

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Parathyroid

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Regulates calcium levels and phosphorus

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Thymus

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Makes lymphocytes, controls immune system

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Adrenal

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Produces hormones that help body respond to danger

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Pancreas

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Secretes insulin, which regulates blood sugar

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Ovaries/Testis

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Secretes hormones, regulates sexual development

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