endocrine system Flashcards
endocrine system 1
group of specialized glands that affect growth, development, sexual activities, and state of health in entire body
glands 1
specialized organs that produce chemicals - hormones- necessary for body systems to function properly
how is endocrine system important 3
treatment plant can be impacted by endocrine function
hormonal imbalance- hair growth, oil production, acne, melanin, sensitivity
diabetes
endocrine glands 3
aka ductless glands
release secretions- hormones - into bloodstream
influences welfare of body
hormones 2
stimulate functional activity/secretion in other parts of the body
insulin, adrenaline, estrogen
pineal gland 3
major role in
sexual development
sleep
metabolism
pituitary gland 7
most complex- effects almost every physiologic process
growth
blood pressure
contractions in childbirth
breast-milk
sexual organ function
thyroid gland function
conversion of food to energy - metabolism
thyroid gland 7
located in neck
secretes hormones regulating metabolism
heart and digestive function
muscle control
brain development
maintenance of bone mass
needs iodine to function properly
parathyroid gland 1
regulate blood calcium and phosphorus levels so nervous and muscular systems can function properly
pancreas 2
secretes enzyme producing cells responsible for digesting carbohydrates, proteins and fats
Langerhans cell control insulin and glucagon production
adrenal glands 4
located at top of kidneys
regulation of metabolism, stress response, blood pressure
support immune health through generation of specific hormones
function affect melanization
ovaries and testes 2
function in sexual reproduction
determines male/female characteristics
