Locations
Where is the pituitary gland located?
Base of the brain
What is the function of insulin?
Lowers blood glucose/sugar
What gland releases insulin/glucagon?
Pancreas
Where is the adrenal gland located?
On top of the kidneys
What is the function of adrenaline?
Prepares body for physical activity (fight or flight)
What gland releases testosterone?
Testes
Where are ovaries located?
Pelvis
What is the function of Oestrogen?
Controls development of female secondary sexual characteristics
what gland releases adrenaline?
Adrenal gland
What is the function of Thyroxin?
Controls the body's metabolic rate
What gland releases Thyroxin?
Thyroid gland
What gland releases Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)?
Pituitary Gland