Endocrine System Flashcards
(13 cards)
1
Q
Pancreas?
A
Releases insulin and glycogen.
2
Q
Thyroid?
A
Releases calcitonin and thyroxin.
3
Q
Parathyroid?
A
Releases parathyroid hormone.
4
Q
Adrenal Gland?
A
Releases adrenaline.
5
Q
Hypothalamus?
A
Releases dopamine.
6
Q
Pituitary Gland?
A
Releases ADH and prolactin.
7
Q
Ovaries?
A
Releases oestrogen and progesterone.
8
Q
Testicals?
A
Releases testosterone.
9
Q
Basic Functions?
A
- Initiate reproductive cycle.
- Activate flight or fight.
- Control water balance within the body.
10
Q
Hormones?
A
Chemical messengers secreted into blood from the tissue where it is made.
11
Q
Gland?
A
Group of cells specialised to secrete hormones.
12
Q
Blood Glucose?
A
Exocrine break down proteins, carbohydrates and fats, plus nucleic acids, controls blood sugar levels, releasing insulin and glycogen through the pancreas.
13
Q
Hypothalamus?
A
Maintains and regulates internal body temperatures.
