Human Endocrine System

Flashcards covering key glands and functions of the human endocrine system.

Pineal Gland

Controls biorhythms in some animals and the onset of puberty in humans.

Thyroid Gland

Stimulates metabolic rate and is essential to normal growth and development.

Pituitary Gland

Stimulates growth and secretion of hormones from other glands.

Ovary (Female)

Stimulates development of secondary sex characteristics and prepares the uterus for pregnancy.

Hypothalamus

Major area where the nervous and endocrine systems interact.

Pancreas

Controls blood glucose levels and determines the fate of glycogen.

Adrenal Gland

Initiates stress responses, increases heart rate, blood pressure, and metabolic rate.

Thymus Gland

Promotes production and maturation of white blood cells.

Testis (Male)

Stimulates development of secondary sex characteristics and spermatogenesis.

Parathyroid Gland

Increases blood calcium level and stimulates calcium reabsorption.