Endocrine System

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  • Endocrine System

    Collection of glands that regulate bodily functions, growth and psychological factors using hormones
  • Pituitary Gland
    Releases ACTH
    • Production of Cortisol and adrenal gland stimulation
    • Controls release of other hormones via negative feedback
  • Hypothalamus
    Releases CRH
    • Links NS to endocrine system
    • Stress levels
  • Pineal Gland
    Produces Melatonin
    • Used in the circadium rhythm, regulating sleep and day/night rhythm
  • Thyroid Gland
    Releases Thyroxine
    • Modulates metabolism
  • Thymus Gland
    Releases Thymosin
    • Stimulating development of T-cells
  • Pancreas
    Releases Insulin and Glucagon
    • Regulates blood sugar levels
  • Adrenal Glands

    Releases Adrenaline
    • Regulates fight or flight response
  • Ovaries
    Releases Oestrogen
    • Develops secondary sexual characteristics in females
  • Testicles
    Releases Testosterone
    • Develops secondary sexual characteristics in males