The Endocrine System

A collection af glands and groups of cells that secrete hormones, regulate growth, development, and homeostasis.

A groupe of cells that make special chemicals for the body. (Hormones)

A substance that is made in one cell or tissue and that causes a change in another cell or tissue in another part of the body.

• A gland located on the brain that secretes hormones that affect other glands and organs.
• Stimulates skeletal growth
• Helps thyroid work properly
• Regulates amount of water in blood
• stimulates birth process in women

• A gland in the neck that increases the rate at which you use your energy
• very important during childhood and infancy
• Controls the secretion oF growth hormones
• Controls the development of the CNS
• Controls metabolism

a gland behind the the thyroid gland that regulates calcium levels in blood

• A gland behind the breastbone that is important to the immune system
• Killer T-cells grow and mature here
• Helps protect the body against pathogens

• Glands located on top of the kidneys to help the body respond to danger
• Release epinephrine- increases HR and respiration; fight or flight response

A gland deep in abdomen that regulates blood glucose levels: Insulin and glucagon

• A gland in the female pelvis that produces hormones needed for reproduction
• Estrogen
• Progestergone

A gland in the male pelvic region that produces testosterone