Hormones are part of this system.
Cells have these in order to receive hormone molecules sent through the bloodstream.
Receptors
This gland secretes the hormone insulin.
pancreas
This gland is involved with immunity.
thymus
These are specialized organs that create, store, and release hormones. (Hint: There are many of them…)
glands
This is what hormones travel through, or in, to get to the rest of the body.
Blood/blood vessels
The thyroid, adrenal, and this gland control metabolism.
parathyroid
This gland is not fully understood, but may have a role in sleep.
pineal
Hormones are delivered to cells through this.
Bloodstream/blood/vessels
This gland, often called the “master gland”, produces human growth hormones.
pituitary gland
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These glands help to fight infection.
thymus
These substances are basically “chemical messages” that the body sends through the bloodstream.
hormones
This is the stable internal balance of the body systems.
homeostasis
This body system transports hormones throughout the body.
Circulatory System
This “master” gland, releases hormones which help adults maintain healthy muscle and bone mass.
pituitary
This system makes, stores, and releases chemicals called hormones.
Endocrine System
This “master” gland helps with bone and muscle strength.
pituitary gland
This gland gives you a sudden burst of strength.
adrenal
Metabolism converts the food that we eat to this.
energy