Endocrine system

• How do hormones travel in the body?

  Through the bloodstream
• How does the endocrine system differ from the nervous system?


  The endocrine system uses hormones, not impulses
• What is a key feature of the nervous system?

  It produces extremely fast effects
• What is the effect duration of the endocrine system?

  Effects are slower and more long-lasting
• What are the key glands in the endocrine system?

  • Pancreas
  • Ovaries
  • Testes
  • Thyroid gland
  • Adrenal glands
  • Pituitary gland
• What hormones does the pancreas release?

  Hormones that control blood glucose concentration
• What does the thyroid gland regulate?

  Growth and basal metabolic rate
• What hormone do the adrenal glands release?

  Adrenaline
• When is adrenaline produced?

  In times of fear or stress
• Why is the pituitary gland called the master gland?

  It triggers other glands to release hormones
• What do pituitary hormones do?

  They act on other glands to release hormones
• Where is the pituitary gland located?

  In the brain
• What should you remember about the endocrine system for exams?

  • Identify locations of key glands
  • Understand functions of each gland
  • Describe roles of hormones