Major Endocrine Glands

Question 0

Pituitary gland

Answer 0

Produces hormones that regulate many other endocrine glands. Located in the brain.

Question 1

Hypothalamus

Answer 1

Produces hormones that control the pituitary gland. It is the link between the nervous and endocrine systems. Located in the brain

Question 2

Parathyroid gland

Answer 2

These four glands release parathyroid hormone, which regulated the level of calcium in the blood. Located in the throat.

Question 3

Thymus

Answer 3

During childhood, it releases thymosin, which stimulates T cell development and proper immune response. Located near the heart.

Question 4

Adrenal glands

Answer 4

Releases epinephrine and norepinephrine (adrenaline) which helps the body respond to stress. (Fight or flight) Located on top of the kidneys.

Question 5

Pineal gland

Answer 5

Involved in rhythmic activities such as daily sleep-wake cycles. It releases melatonin. Located in the brain.

Question 6

Thyroid

Answer 6

Releases thyroxine which regulates metabolism throughout the body. Located in the throat.

Question 7

Pancreas

Answer 7

Regulates levels of glucose in the blood. Produces insulin (lowers blood sugar) and glucagon (raises blood sugar). Located in the abdomen.

Question 8

Ovary

Answer 8

Produces estrogen and progesterone. Estrogen is required for female secondary sex characteristics and development of eggs. Progesterone prepares the uterus for a fertilized egg.

Question 9

Testis

Answer 9

Produces testosterone, which is responsible for sperm production and development of secondary sex characteristics in males.