Pineal Gland
regulates circadian rhythms and moods/behavior
Hypothalamus
hormone production to help with the regulation of body temperature, thirst, hunger, sleep, circadian rhythm, moods, sex drive and release of other hormones
Pituitary gland
pea-sized body attached to the base of the brain, the pituitary is important in controlling growth and development and the functioning of the other endocrine glands
Thyroid Gland
regulates the rate of the metabolism
Parathyroid
shape and number depends on the person; produces parathyroid hormone (PTH) which influences the cells of the bone and causes them to release calcium into the blood stream
Thymus gland
present in a fetus and newborn, in people often up to the age of 15; lies on top of the heart; helps train the immune system and recognize antibodies and diseases, regulates production of wbc
Adrenal glands
produce epinephrine (on top of the kidney); responsible for fight or flight
Pancreas
most protected organ; very vital organ and is the SOUL of the person! It can easily kill the pt. if damaged; responsible for the production of insulin, produces a basal level of insulin (constant low flow); also releases digestive enzymes into the aid of
Testes
of producing sperm and the male hormone testosterone; testicles are contained within an external sac-like structure called the scrotum, which is located between the penis and the anus; it's possible that testosterone weakens the immune system so that may
Ovaries
produce and release two groups of sex hormones- progesterone and estrogen; three major estrogens, known as estradiol, estrone, and estriol; substances work together to promote the healthy development of female sex characteristics during puberty and to ens
Endocrine System
The endocrine system refers to the collection of glands of an organism that secrete hormones directly into the circulatory system to be carried towards distant target organs.