endocrine system Flashcards
1
Q
what is the endocrine systems function?
A
secretes hormones into the blood stream
2
Q
where do hormones travel to?
A
blood stream and target organs
3
Q
what cells are affected by hormones?
A
target cells
4
Q
why does a target cell respond to a hormone?
A
it bears receptors for the hormone
5
Q
what are the main endocrine glands?
A
- pituitary gland
- ovaries/testes
- thyroid gland
- adrenal gland
- thymus gland
- pancreas
6
Q
what hormones are released by the pituitary gland?
A
- follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
- lutenizing hormone (LH)
- growth hormones
7
Q
what hormone is released by the thyroid gland?
A
thyroxin
8
Q
what hormone is released by the adrenal gland?
A
adrenaline
9
Q
what hormones are released by the pancreas?
A
- insulin
- glucagon
10
Q
what hormone is released by the testes?
A
testosterone
11
Q
what hormones are released by the ovaries?
A
- progesterone
- oestrogen
12
Q
what hormone is released by the thymus?
A
thymulin
