Flashcards in The endocrine system Deck (8)
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Pineal gland
releases melatonin which regulates sleep and wakefulness
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Hypothalamus
Controls the release of hormones from the pituitary gland. h
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Pituitary gland
Master gland- Influences the release of hormones from other glands.
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Testes
Releases testosterone
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Ovaries
Oestrogen
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Adrenal Gland
Helps trigger the flight or fight response
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Adrenal cortex (outside)
Releases cortisol a response to stress
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