glands
what are endocrine glands.
and organ that ptoduces and releases chemical messengers called hormones directly into the bloodstream.
this hormone is produced by the pineal gland and helps regulate sleep-wake cycles
melatonin
this disease is characterized by high blood sugar levels
diabetes mellitus
where are the 5 major endocrine glands located in the body.
brain, neck, chest, abdomen and pelvic region
the horomone produced by the thyroid gland
thyroxine
this condition occures when the thyroid gland produces to much thyroid hormones
hypothyroidism
what is the primary function of the endocrine system.
to regulate and control various bodily functions by producing and secreting hormones, which act as chemichal messengers
this hormone stimulates the development of follicles in the ovarries
follicle-stimulating hormone
fatigue,muscle weakness and weight loss
addisons disease symptoms
what will happen if your endocrine glands are absent
prevents the production of essential hormones which would be life-threatning.
this hormone is released by the posterior pituitary gland and causes the kidneys to retain water
antidiuretic hormone
this disease occures when the adrenal glands don't produce enough hormones
addisons disease
these glands are located on the top of the kidneys and produces hormones that help the body repsond to stress
adrenal glands
hormone produced by the parathyroid glands it increases calcium levels in blood
parathyroid hormone