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Module Three, Lecture Twenty Six Flashcards

The Hypothalamus, Pituitary and Growth Hormone (11 cards)

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What glands and organs are unique to the Endocrine System? ( 8 )

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  1. Hypothalamus
  2. Pituitary Gland
  3. Thyroid
  4. Parathyroid
  5. Adrenal Glands
  6. Pancreas
  7. Testes
  8. Ovaries
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What is the main function of the Endocrine System?

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Responsible for creating and releasing hormones to maintain body functions. Hormones deliver their messages by locking into the cells they target so they can relay the message

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What are Hormones?

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Chemicals that coordinate different functions in your body by carrying messages through your blood to your organs, skin, muscle and other tissues

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What are the three types of tissues the Endocrine System consists of? ( 3 )

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  1. Endocrine Glands
  2. Organs
  3. Endocrine Related Tissues
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What is the Hypothalamus?

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A control centre for maintaining the body’s internal balance, or homeostasis , by regulating various functions e.g. body temperature, hunger, thirst, sleep, and blood pressure

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What are some functions of the Pituitary Gland? ( 8 )

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  1. Growth
  2. Metabolism
  3. Reproduction
  4. Stress Response
  5. Lactation
  6. Water and Salt Balance
  7. Labor and Childbirth
  8. Control of other Glands
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What is the main function of the Thyroid?

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Produces hormones that regulate metabolism, heart rate, body temperature, and blood pressure

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What is the main function of the Parathyroid Gland?

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Regulate Calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood

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What is the main function of the Adrenal Glands?

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Produce hormones that regulate stress response, blood pressure, metabolism, and the immune system

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What is the main function of the Pancreas?

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Aids in digestion and regulating blood sugar levels

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What is the Human Growth Hormone ( HGH )?

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