Endocrine and exocrine glands Flashcards
1
Q
Two types of glands exist: Endocrine and exocrine glands.
what is the difference between the two?
A
exocrine glands secrete substances into a ductal system to an epithelial surface,
endocrine glands secrete products directly into the bloodstream.
2
Q
what secretions does endocrine glands releases?
A
hormones
3
Q
what is the function of endocrine hormones
A
regulates hormone secretion
4
Q
what are examples of endocrine glands
A
hypothalamus
pituitary
thyroid
parathyroids
adrenals
pineal body
the ovaries
the testes
5
Q
how do exocrine glands function
A
secretions are released through ducts that open onto epithelial surface (or directly to surface)
6
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structure of
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