Endocrine System Flashcards
1
Q
Thyroid gland
A
T3 and T4, Calcitonin
lowers blood calcium levels
2
Q
Parathyroid glands
A
parathyroid hormone
increases blood calcium levels
3
Q
adrenal glands
inner portion:
outer portion:
A
adrenal medulla- epinephrine(adrenalin) and norepinephrine
adrenal cortex - corticosteroids
4
Q
pancreas
A
digestive enzymes and insulin and glucagon
maintain blood glucose levels
5
Q
ovary
A
estrogen and progesterone
6
Q
testes
A
testosterone