Relier Pairs endocrine systemVersion en ligne endocrine system: Organs an functions par Jorge Arizpe 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 the __________, or _______, is an endocrine gland about the size in humans. Located at the base of the brain regulates several physiological processes including stress, growth, reproduction, and lactation, temperature regulation and pain relief. One of the most important functions of the __________ is to link the nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland (hypophysis). ________ is a small structure of the diencephalon of the brain, the pineal gland produces the hormone melatonin. Melatonin influences sexual development and sleep-wake cycles. ________ is found in the anterior neck The _________ controls rate of use of energy sources, protein synthesis, and controls the body's sensitivity to other hormones. Enteroendocrine cells are located in the stomach, in the intestine and in the pancreas. In a sense they are known to act as chemoreceptors, initiating digestive actions and detecting harmful substances and initiating protective responses. ________ is an abdominal organ that is located behind the stomach. _______ plays an important role in digestion and in regulating blood sugar (insulin and glucagon) The ________produce estrogen and progesterone. These two hormones affect many of the female characteristics and reproductive functions. Atrial cardiocytes in the heart of mammals produce hormones for modulation of systems that tend to increase extracellular fluid volume and blood pressure. The _______ produce testosterone, which affects many of the male characteristics and sperm production. ____________ are small glands of the endocrine system which are located in the neck behind the thyroid. Control the calcium in our bodies. ________is a soft, roughly triangular organ located in the thoracic cavity is much more closely associated with the immune system. _________ role in the training and development of T-lymphocytes or T cells, an extremely important type of white blood cell ________ produce three important hormones: Erythropoietin is red blood cell precursors. Calcitriol and Renin control metabolism of water and minerals. ________is located on top of each kidney. It produces steroid hormones such as cortisol, aldosterone, and hormones that can be converted to testosterone. It produces epinephrine and norepinephrine, which are also called adrenaline and noradrenaline.
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