Human Endocrine system

What is the endocrine system?

It’s composed of glands that secrete chemicals into the bloodstream.

What are the chemicals that go in the bloodstream?

Hormones

How is an effect produced in the endocrine system?

The blood carries hormones to a target organ.

How are the effects caused by the endocrine system?

The effects are slower but act for longer.

Where is the pituitary gland?

In the brain.

What’s the pituitary gland also known as?

The master gland

What does the pituitary gland do?

It secretes several hormones into the bloodstream.

What do these hormones from the pituitary gland do?

They act on other glands to stimulate the release of other hormones and bring effects.

Name all the glands in the endocrine system:

Pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal gland, pancreas, ovary (female) and testes (male).

Where’s the thyroid gland?

In the neck.