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Endocrine system Flashcards

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pituitary (master gland)

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Brain

regulates actions of other glands

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Pineal

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Brain
secretes melatonin
induces sleep

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Thyroid

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neck/throat
regulates energy levels
metabolism

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parathyroid

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neck/throat

controls levels of calcium in blood

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thymus

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chest/sternum

controls immune system

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pancreas

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gut

produces glucagon and insulin

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adrenal

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on top of kidneys
epinephrine (adrenaline)
cortisol (released during stress)

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Glucagon

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pancreas

raises glucose levels

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ghrelin

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secreted in stomach

produces hunger

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leptin

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made by fat cells

signals satiety

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insulin

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behind stomach

removes excess glucose

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