hormones

  • in Pineal Gland (Brain)

    • Melatonin: Regulates sleep-wake cycle

  • in Anterior Pituitary (Brain)

    • Growth Hormone: Growth and metabolism

    • Prolactin: Milk production

    • TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone): Thyroid hormone release

    • ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone): Cortisol release

    • FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone): Gamete production (sperm/ova)

    • LH (Luteinizing Hormone): Ovulation and testosterone production

    • Endorphins: Reduces pain

    • MSH (Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone): Skin pigmentation

    • Beta-Lipotropin: Lipid metabolism

  • in Posterior Pituitary / Hypothalamus (Brain)

    • ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone): Regulates water balance

    • Oxytocin: Uterine contractions and bonding

  • in Thyroid (Neck)

    • T4 (Thyroxine): Regulates metabolism

    • T3 (Triiodothyronine): Metabolic activity

  • in Parathyroid (Neck)

    • PTH (Parathyroid Hormone): Increases blood calcium levels

  • in Thymus (Chest)

    • Thymosin: T-cell development

  • in Adrenal Cortex (Above Kidneys)

    • Cortisol: Regulates metabolism/stress response

    • Aldosterone: Regulates sodium balance

    • Androgens: Secondary sex characteristics

  • in Adrenal Medulla (Above Kidneys)

    • Epinephrine: Increases heart rate and energy

    • Norepinephrine: Regulates BP/stress response

  • in Pancreas (Abdomen)

    • Insulin: Lowers blood glucose levels

    • Glucagon: Raises blood glucose levels

    • Somatostatin: Inhibits insulin and glucagon

  • in Ovary (Pelvis)

    • Estrogen: Regulates female reproductive cycle

    • Progesterone: Pregnancy/menstrual cycle regulation

  • in Testis (Pelvis)

    • Testosterone: Regulates male reproductive system