human endocrine system

• What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

  To secrete hormones into the bloodstream
• How do hormones affect target organs?

  They produce specific effects on the organs
• How do the effects of the endocrine system compare to the nervous system?

  Endocrine effects are slower but last longer
• What is the role of the pituitary gland?

  It secretes hormones in response to body conditions
• Where is the pituitary gland located?

  At the base of the brain, below the hypothalamus
• What is the position of the pituitary gland?

  Near the centre of the head, beneath the brain
• Where is the pancreas located?

  Behind the stomach, in the upper abdomen
• What is the position of the pancreas?

  To the left side of the body, between stomach and small intestine
• Where is the thyroid located?

  In the neck, in front of the trachea
• What is the position of the thyroid gland?

  Just below the Adam’s apple, in the middle of the neck
• Where are the adrenal glands located?

  On top of each kidney
• What is the position of the adrenal glands?

  On the upper part of the back, just above the waist
• Where are the ovaries located?

  In the lower abdomen, on either side of the uterus
• What is the position of the ovaries?

  Near the pelvis, around the hip area for females
• Where are the testes located?

  In the scrotum, outside the body
• What is the position of the testes?

  Below the pelvis in the groin area for males