endocrines i cant remember

• What is the endocrine system?

  The network of glands that manufacture and secrete hormones
• Where are endocrine glands located?

  Endocrine glands are all over the body including the brain
• What is a hormone?

  A hormone is a chemical messenger that travels through the bloodstream influencing many different processes
• What is the primary function of the pituitary gland?

  The primary function of the pituitary gland is to influence the release of hormones from all other glands, which in turn regulates functions
• What do target cells do in relation to hormones?

  Target cells have receptor cells that respond to specific hormones
• What is the role of cortisol in the body?

  Cortisol regulates and supports a variety of bodily functions
• What is the function of adrenaline in stressful situations?

  Adrenaline helps the body respond to stressful situations by increasing heart rate and blood flow to muscles and brain
• What is the role of noradrenaline in the body?

  Noradrenaline constricts blood vessels to help increase blood pressure

  prepare body for fight or flight
• Function of ovaries

  Responsible for egg production and secreting oestrogen and progesterone
• What are the effects of testosterone in males?

  Testosterone causes the development of male characteristics, sex drive, maintains muscle strength, and sperm production