Endocrine system Flashcards
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Exocrine glands
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glands that secrete substances to body surfaces or cavities through a duct, used locally
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endocrine glands
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ductless glands that secrete products into extracellular fluid via exocytosis which diffuses into bloodstream, not used locally
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Hypothalamus
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endocrine gland; in brain, controls actives of other glands
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Hypophysis
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pituitary gland; secretes several hormones many of which regulate other glands. also secretes melatonin.
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thyroid
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largest endocrine gland, in neck
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parathyroid glands
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four small glands on the posterior of the thyroid gland
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adrenal glands
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a pair of endocrine glands that sit just about the kidneys and secrete hormones (epinephrine and norepinephrine) that help arouse the body in times of stress
