5 Questions
Which glands are classified as central endocrine glands?
Thalamus, Hypophysis, Epiphysis
Which glands are classified as peripheral endocrine glands dependent on hypophysis?
Thyroid follicular cells, Adrenal cortex (zona fasciculata and reticularis), Gonadal glands
What is the classification of endocrine glands based on the place of endocrine disorder?
Primary (peripheral) hypofunction or hyper-function
Where is the cause of the disorder of hormonal secretion in primary hypofunction or hyper-function?
In the peripheral (target) endocrine gland
Which glands are classified as independent of hypophysis?
Thyroid C cells, Parathyroid glands, Adrenal cortex (zona glomerulosa), Adrenal medulla, Islets of pancreas, Diffuse neuroendocrine system
Study Notes
Endocrine Gland Classification
- Central endocrine glands: classified as Hypophysis (Pituitary gland) and Epiphysis (Pineal gland)
- Peripheral endocrine glands dependent on Hypophysis: classified as Thyroid, Adrenal, and Gonads
- Endocrine gland classification based on the place of endocrine disorder: classified as Primary and Secondary
- Primary hypofunction or hyper-function: caused by a disorder in the endocrine gland itself
- Independent of Hypophysis: classified as Pancreas, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Cortex
Test your knowledge of endocrine pathology with this quiz. Explore topics such as hypophysis, thyroid and parathyroid glands, adrenal pathology, and pancreas pathology. Review endocrine glands classification, including central and peripheral glands.
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