Endocrine System

Question 1

What are the 10 glands of the endocrine system from top to bottom?

Answer 1

1) Hypothalamus
2) Pineal Gland
3) Pituitary Gland
4) Parathyroid Gland
5) Thyroid Gland
6) Adrenal Glands
7) Pancreas
8) Kidneys
9) Ovaries
10) Testes

Question 2

Hypothalamus

Answer 2

Located in the brain
Main function to control the pituitary gland.
Hormones produced: Dopamine, Thyrotropin-releasing hormone, & growth- hormone)

Question 3

Pituitary Gland

Answer 3

Located at the base of the brain
Produces hormones which control growth and sexual functioning
Hormones produced: Oxytocin, Thyroid-stimulating hormone, & growth hormone)

Question 4

Pineal Gland

Answer 4

Located in brain
Hormone produced: Melatonin (induces drowsiness & lowers body temperature)

Question 5

Thyroid Gland

Answer 5

Located in the neck just below the Adam’s Apple
Controls protein production and the body’s use of energy.
Regulated by Pituitary Gland
Hormones produced: T3 & Thyroxine

Question 6

Parathyroid Glands

Answer 6

4 glands located at back of the thyroid
Hormone produced: Parathyroid hormone (regulates calcium & phosphate levels in body)

Question 7

Pancreas

Answer 7

Located behind the stomach
Releases hormones that regulate digestion & blood-sugar levels
Hormones produced: Insulin, Glucagon, Somatostatin

Question 8

Adrenal Glands

Answer 8

Located atop the kidneys
Adrenal Cortex releases Cortisol & Androgens (testosterone)
Adrenal Medulla releases Adrenaline, Noradrenaline, & Dopamine (regulates fight or flight)

Question 9

Testes

Answer 9

Hormones produced: Testosterone & Estradiol