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What is the function of the Hypothalamus?
What is the primary role of the Pituitary Gland?
What is the main function of the Parathyroid Gland?
What is the role of the Kidney in the endocrine system?
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What is the primary function of the Testis in males?
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What is the function of the Pineal Gland?
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What role does the Thyroid Gland play in the body?
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What is the main function of the Thymus?
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What does the Adrenal Gland primarily produce?
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What is the key function of the Pancreas in the endocrine system?
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What is the primary function of the Ovary in females?
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Study Notes
Endocrine System Components
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Hypothalamus: A crucial part of the brain that regulates body temperature, hunger, moods, and the sleep-wake cycle; produces hormones that control the pituitary gland.
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Pituitary Gland: Known as the "master gland," it controls other endocrine glands and regulates vital functions such as growth, metabolism, and reproductive processes.
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Parathyroid Gland: Small glands located behind the thyroid that regulate calcium levels in the blood and bone metabolism through the secretion of parathyroid hormone.
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Kidney: Apart from filtering blood and producing urine, kidneys secrete hormones like erythropoietin that stimulate red blood cell production and renin that helps regulate blood pressure.
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Testis (in male): Male reproductive glands that produce testosterone and spermatogenesis; critical for male sexual development and reproductive functions.
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Pineal Gland: A small, pea-shaped gland in the brain that produces melatonin, which regulates sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms.
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Thyroid Gland: Regulates metabolism, energy generation, and growth by releasing thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) and calcitonin, which lowers blood calcium levels.
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Thymus: Located in the upper chest, this gland is essential for developing T-cells (a type of white blood cell) important for immune function; shrinks with age.
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Adrenal Gland: Situated on top of each kidney; produces corticosteroids, adrenaline, and noradrenaline, influencing stress response and regulating metabolism and immune responses.
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Pancreas: Functions as both an endocrine and exocrine gland; secretes insulin and glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels and produces digestive enzymes.
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Ovary (in female): Female reproductive glands responsible for producing eggs (oocytes) and hormones like estrogen and progesterone, which regulate the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
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