glands
known as the master gland because it secretes hormones that control the functions of other endocrine glands
What is the pituitary gland?
hormone secreted in response to high blood sugar
What is insulin?
an insulin deficiency disorder evident at an early age
What is type 1 diabetes mellitus?
Sodium
What is Na?
gland responsible for regulation of calcium levels
What is Parathyroid gland?
primary messenger influencing the length of long bones
What is growth hormone (GH)?
an acute and life-threatening complication of diabetes mellitus
What is diabetic ketoacidosis?
potassium
What is "K"?
specialist in the glands of internal secretion
What is an endocrinologist?
hormone known as the growth hormone, regulates the growth of bone, muscle, and other body tissues
What is somatotropin?
excessive urination associated with diabetes insipidus
What is polyuria?
gynecomastia
What is excessive mammary development in a male?
regulates body metabolism
What is thyroid gland?
secreted by pineal gland, influences sleep-wakefulness
What is melatonin?
The form of diabetes that occurs during some pregnancies
What is gestational diabetes mellitus?
controls electrolyte levels within the body
What is adrenal glands?
secreted in response to low levels of glucose in the bloodstream
What is glucagon?
abnormal protrusion of the eyes
What is exophthalmos?