List of human endocrine organs and actions
List of Human Endocrine Organs and Actions[edit | edit source]
The human endocrine system is a complex network of glands, hormones, and receptors that play a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis in the body. This article provides a comprehensive list of the human endocrine organs and their actions.
Hypothalamus[edit | edit source]
The hypothalamus is a small region of the brain that links the nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the body's internal balance (homeostasis) by controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems, and is involved in sleep and emotional activity.
Pituitary Gland[edit | edit source]
The pituitary gland, also known as the hypophysis, is a small pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain. It is often referred to as the "master gland" because it controls the function of most other endocrine glands. The pituitary gland secretes a variety of hormones that regulate various bodily functions including growth, reproduction, and metabolic processes.
Thyroid Gland[edit | edit source]
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck. It produces thyroid hormones, which regulate the body's metabolic rate as well as heart and digestive function, muscle control, brain development, mood, and bone maintenance.
Parathyroid Glands[edit | edit source]
The parathyroid glands are four tiny glands located in the neck behind the thyroid gland. They produce parathyroid hormone, which regulates the body's calcium and phosphate levels.
Adrenal Glands[edit | edit source]
The adrenal glands are small glands located on top of each kidney. They produce hormones that help regulate your metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress, and other essential functions.
Pancreas[edit | edit source]
The pancreas is a gland located in the abdomen. It has both endocrine and exocrine functions. The endocrine function involves the secretion of insulin (which decreases blood glucose levels) and glucagon (which increases blood glucose levels).
Ovaries[edit | edit source]
In females, the ovaries are the reproductive glands that produce eggs for fertilization. They also produce the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone.
Testes[edit | edit source]
In males, the testes are the reproductive glands that produce sperm and the male sex hormone testosterone.
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