Primary Endocrine Organs Flashcards
1
Q
Releases prolactin and stimulates/promote milk production/secretion in females.
A
Anterior pituitary gland
2
Q
Releases oxytocin and stimulates uterine contraction during labor. Promotes milk ejection during breastfeeding.
A
Posterior pituitary gland
3
Q
It releases melatonin and is the major function of regulating the sleep-wake cycle.
A
Pineal gland
4
Q
It releases calcitonin and decreases blood calcium concentration by increasing deposition in bone and promoting calcium excretion by the kidneys.
A
Thyroid gland
5
Q
It releases the parathyroid hormone and increases blood calcium concentration
A
Parathyroid glands
6
Q
It releases catecholamines and mediates flight or fight response.
A
Adrenal glands
7
Q
It releases insulin, glucagon, somatostatin, and pancreatic polypeptide.
A
Pancreas
