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Which cells in the thyroid produce calcitonin?
Which cells in the thyroid produce calcitonin?
- Oxyphil cells
- Chief cells
- Follicle cells
- Parafollicular (correct)
Which layer of the adrenal cortex is responsible for producing glucocorticoids?
Which layer of the adrenal cortex is responsible for producing glucocorticoids?
- Zona fasciculata (correct)
- Zona reticularis
- Zona glomerulosa
- Adrenal medulla
What is the function of the alpha cells in the islets of Langerhans?
What is the function of the alpha cells in the islets of Langerhans?
- Produce insulin
- Produce thyroglobulin
- Produce glucagon (correct)
- Produce somatostatin
Which hormone is primarily produced by the chief cells of the parathyroid glands?
Which hormone is primarily produced by the chief cells of the parathyroid glands?
The adrenal medulla produces catecholamines in response to what type of stimulation?
The adrenal medulla produces catecholamines in response to what type of stimulation?
Which hormone is associated with the anterior pituitary and regulates the function of other endocrine glands?
Which hormone is associated with the anterior pituitary and regulates the function of other endocrine glands?
What condition is characterized by excessive growth hormone in childhood?
What condition is characterized by excessive growth hormone in childhood?
What is the primary function of the pineal gland?
What is the primary function of the pineal gland?
Which condition is caused by a deficiency of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
Which condition is caused by a deficiency of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
The thyroid gland's shape can be described as?
The thyroid gland's shape can be described as?
What hormone is produced by the pinealocytes in the pineal gland?
What hormone is produced by the pinealocytes in the pineal gland?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating ovulation?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating ovulation?
What is the consequence of a pineal gland tumor in children?
What is the consequence of a pineal gland tumor in children?
Which glands are considered purely endocrine organs?
Which glands are considered purely endocrine organs?
Which statement accurately describes the two lobes of the pituitary gland?
Which statement accurately describes the two lobes of the pituitary gland?
What is the primary role of the hormones released by the hypothalamus?
What is the primary role of the hormones released by the hypothalamus?
Which two hormones are secreted by the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
Which two hormones are secreted by the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
What type of hormones do the adrenal glands produce?
What type of hormones do the adrenal glands produce?
What anatomical feature allows the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland to communicate with the hypothalamus?
What anatomical feature allows the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland to communicate with the hypothalamus?
In terms of endocrine function, which of the following organs is a mixed gland?
In terms of endocrine function, which of the following organs is a mixed gland?
Which of these is NOT a major function of the endocrine system?
Which of these is NOT a major function of the endocrine system?
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Endocrine system's role
Endocrine system's role
The endocrine system is a major control system of the body that regulates long-term processes like growth, metabolism, reproduction, and defense.
Endocrine organs and hormones
Endocrine organs and hormones
Endocrine organs produce hormones, which are chemical messengers that regulate various bodily functions.
Types of hormones
Types of hormones
Hormones can be either fat-soluble (steroid hormones) or water-soluble (amino acid-based hormones).
Location of the pituitary gland
Location of the pituitary gland
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Lobes of the pituitary gland
Lobes of the pituitary gland
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Anterior pituitary function
Anterior pituitary function
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Posterior pituitary function
Posterior pituitary function
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Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland
Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland
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What are tropic hormones?
What are tropic hormones?
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What is TSH?
What is TSH?
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What is ACTH?
What is ACTH?
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What is FSH?
What is FSH?
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What is LH?
What is LH?
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What is GH?
What is GH?
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What is PRL?
What is PRL?
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Where is the pineal gland located and what does it produce?
Where is the pineal gland located and what does it produce?
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What is the thyroid gland?
What is the thyroid gland?
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What are thyroid follicles?
What are thyroid follicles?
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Where are the parathyroid glands located?
Where are the parathyroid glands located?
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What are the adrenal glands?
What are the adrenal glands?
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What is the pancreas?
What is the pancreas?
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Study Notes
Endocrine System Overview
- The endocrine system is a major control system for the body, regulating long-term processes like growth, development, metabolism, reproduction, and defense.
- It achieves this through hormones.
- Endocrine organs are either mixed glands (endocrine and exocrine functions) or purely hormone-producing.
- Hormones are categorized by solubility—fat-soluble (steroid) or water-soluble (amino acid-based).
Learning Objectives
- Students should be able to identify the glands of the endocrine system.
- Describe locations, parts, hormones, and relationships of glands.
- Correlate anatomical data with clinical applications.
Organs of the Endocrine System
- Purely Endocrine Organs:
- Pituitary gland
- Pineal gland
- Thyroid gland
- Parathyroid glands
- Adrenal glands (cortex and medulla)
- Endocrine Cells in Other Organs:
- Pancreas
- Thymus
- Gonads (testes and ovaries)
- Hypothalamus
Pituitary Gland (Hypophysis Cerebri)
- The master gland of the endocrine system.
- Pea-sized (approximately 0.5 grams).
- Located in the cranial cavity, connected to the hypothalamus via a stalk.
- Houses two main lobes:
- Adenohypophysis (anterior lobe): glandular; contains endocrine cells.
- Neurohypophysis (posterior lobe): neural; contains axon terminals from hypothalamic neurons.
- The anterior pituitary is controlled by the hypothalamus via hypothalamo-hypophyseal portal veins.
- The posterior pituitary is connected to the hypothalamus by the hypothalamo-hypophyseal tract and releases hormones like oxytocin and vasopressin (ADH). The hormones are released into the blood and carried to target organs.
Pituitary Gland Hormones
- Anterior Pituitary:
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
- Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- Luteinizing hormone (LH)
- Growth hormone (GH)
- Prolactin (PRL)
- Melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH)
- Posterior Pituitary:
- Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
- Oxytocin
Pituitary Gland Clinical Applications
- Gigantism (too much GH in childhood)
- Acromegaly (too much GH in adulthood)
- Pituitary dwarfism (too little GH in childhood)
- Diabetes insipidus (less ADH)
Pineal Gland
- Part of the epithalamus, located in the posterior wall of the third ventricle.
- Pine-cone shaped (approximately 6mm).
- Consists of:
- Pinealocytes (hormone-secreting cells)
- Glial cells (supporting cells)
- Produces melatonin, a hormone that regulates sex-gland function and helps protect from free radicals.
- In some cases, produces accelerated puberty in children, due to tumors.
Thyroid Gland
- Located in the lower anterior part of the neck.
- Butterfly-shaped, with two lobes connected by an isthmus.
- Lies lateral to the larynx, trachea, pharynx, and esophagus.
- Isthmus sits in front of the upper trachea.
- Plays a vital role in body metabolism and regulates metabolic processes.
- Contains:
- Follicle cells: produce thyroglobulin (precursor to thyroxin).
- Colloid lumen: contains thyroglobulin.
- Parafollicular (C) cells: produce calcitonin.
- Clinical conditions related to the thyroid include goiter, hyperthyroidism, and hypothyroidism.
Parathyroid Glands
- Four glands embedded on the posterior surface of the thyroid lobes.
- Composed of:
- Chief cells: produce parathyroid hormone.
- Oxyphil cells: unknown function.
Adrenal (Suprarenal) Glands
- Located on the upper pole of each kidney.
- Composed of two glands:
- Adrenal cortex: produces steroid hormones. The cortex has 3 layers:
- Zona glomerulosa: produces mineralocorticoids.
- Zona fasciculata: produces glucocorticoids.
- Zona reticularis: produces sex steroids (androgens).
- Adrenal medulla: produces catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinephrine) in response to sympathetic nervous system stimulation.
- Adrenal cortex: produces steroid hormones. The cortex has 3 layers:
- A clinical condition related to adrenal glands is Cushing's syndrome.
Pancreas
- The endocrine portion of the pancreas are islets of Langerhans, scattered between exocrine acini.
- Islets contain:
- Alpha cells: produce glucagon.
- Beta cells: produce insulin.
- Dita cells: produce somatostatin
- Diabetes mellitus is a clinical concern.
Gonads
- (Testicles and ovaries) are discussed in the reproductive systems.
Thymus
- Discussed with the lymphatic system.
Hypothalamus
- Part of the diencephalon.
- A higher control center for the endocrine system, which influences the pituitary gland and other endocrine tissues.
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