Endocrine Glands Flashcards
1
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Thyroid?
A
metabolism, weight gain and loss, energy levels
2
Q
thymus?
A
immune system component, makes t- cells.
3
Q
Adrenal?
A
regulate body’s stress, triggers fight or flight reaction, adrenaline.
4
Q
Pancreas?
A
Controls blood sugar blood levels , insulin, and glycogen.
5
Q
Testes and ovaries?
A
sex hormones, sex characteristics, influence aggression, regulates sex drive.
6
Q
Pituitary gland?
A
triggers puberty, control growth, ovulation, regulation of other hormones.
