Endocrine glands and their hormones

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  • It is located at the base of the brain. Hormones released are oxytocin, vasopressin, Growth hormone, Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH), Prolactin, Luteinizing Hormone (LH), Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH).
    Pituitary
  • It is located below the voice box. Hormones released are Thyroxin and Calcitonin.
    Thyroid
  • It is located in the neck. Hormone released is Parathyromone.
    Parathyroid
  • It is located in front of the heart. The hormone released is Thymosin.
    Thymus
  • It is located on top of the kidney. The hormone released is adrenaline.
    Adrenal
  • It is located between the kidneys. The hormones released are insulin and glucagon.
    Pancreas
  • It is located in the lower abdomen. The hormones released are androgen and testosterone.
    testes
  • It is located in the lower abdomen. The hormones released are estrogen and progesterone.
    Ovaries