Endocrine system

• Endocrine system


  A system made up of glands that secrete chemicals (hormones) directly to the bloodstream
• Hormones


  Chemicals secreted by the endocrine system that are carried by the bloodstream to target organs where they produce an effect
• Target organs


  Organs that have receptors which pick up hormone molecules, triggering a response in the cell
• Hormones


  Act quickly but slower and longer lasting than the nervous system
• Hormones


  • Insulin (controls blood glucose)
  • Adrenaline (prepares body for fight or flight)
• Hormones


  • Insulin
  • Adrenaline
  • Growth hormones
• Hormones have a slow but long-lasting effect