Endocrine System Flashcards
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Endocrine system definition
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The endocrine system is comprised of various glands that secrete regulating hormones that target and stimulate organs
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Adrenal gland
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Produces adrenalin
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Thyroid gland
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Releases thyroxine - hormone responsible for metabolic rate
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Ovaries
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Oestrogen and progesterone
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Testes
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Testosterone
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5 hormones produced
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Growth hormone Thyroid stimulating hormone Follicle stimulating hormone Luteinising hormone ACTH
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Growth hormone
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Is responsible for the growth spurt as it stimulates body tissue to increase cell size and number
8
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Thyroid stimulating hormone
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Stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine hormone
Promotes growth and ossification of the bones
And brain development and adult size and proportion.
