Endocrine System Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS

Endocrine System Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS Endocrine System Lessons 1. Endocrine System Go 2. Diseases and Disorders Go Table of Contents

Lesson 1– Endocrine System The endocrine system consists of glands that secrete substances called hormones into the bloodstream Hormones ▫ “Chemical messengers” ▫ Carried throughout the body by the bloodstream ▫ Each hormone coordinates and directs specific activities of the body. Table of Contents

Lesson 1– Pituitary Gland The pituitary gland is a tiny gland known as the “master gland” because the hormones it produces regulate other glands. The pituitary gland is divided into two sections: ▫ Anterior lobe ▫ Posterior lobe Table of Contents

Lesson 1– Thyroid Gland Produces hormones that regulate body metabolism and reduce the amount of calcium in the blood Two lobes Isthmus Role of iodine Table of Contents

Lesson 1– Parathyroid Glands Four small glands attached to the back side of the thyroid gland. Produce hormone that maintains the balance of calcium and phosphorus in the blood Table of Contents

Lesson 1– Adrenal Glands Pair of glands, with one located above each kidney Produce hormones Two sections: ▫ Adrenal cortex ▫ Adrenal medulla Table of Contents

Lesson 1– Pancreas Fish-shaped organ located behind the stomach Produces two hormones: ▫ Insulin ▫ Glucagon Pancreatic juices are secreted into the small intestine to aid in digestion. Table of Contents

Lesson 1– Other Endocrine Glands Pineal body Thymus Ovaries Testes Table of Contents

Lesson 2– Diseases and Disorders of the Endocrine System Diabetes Mellitus Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism Table of Contents