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Page 1: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Endocrine System

Page 2: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Endocrine System

• The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction, and metabolism.

Page 4: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Pituitary

Pituitary

The pituitary gland produces a growth hormone which controls growth and homeostasis.

Page 5: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Parathyroid

Parathyroid The parathyroid gland produces parathormone which controls calcium levels in the body.

Page 6: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Adrenals

Adrenals Adrenals

The adrenal glands produce adrenaline in response to physical and emotional stress. Fight or Flight

Page 7: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Thyroid

Thyroid The thyroid gland produces thyroxin to regulate metabolism.

Page 8: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Pancreas

Pancreas

The pancreas produces insulin which controls sugar levels in the blood.

Page 9: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Testes (in males)

Testes

The testes produce testosterone used in sperm production and the development of male traits.

Page 10: Endocrine System. The endocrine system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to control body functions such as growth, reproduction,

Ovaries (in Females)

Ovaries

The ovaries produce estrogen used in egg production and the development of female traits.