A&P: Endocrine System
Starter deck covering the Endocrine System for Anatomy & Physiology. Add it to your library and study with spaced repetition.
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What is the "master gland" of the endocrine system?
The pituitary gland.
What hormone lowers blood glucose?
Insulin.
What gland produces insulin?
The pancreas.
What hormone raises blood glucose?
Glucagon.
What gland regulates metabolism via thyroxine?
The thyroid gland.
What hormone is released during stress?
Cortisol (and adrenaline/epinephrine).
What glands sit on top of the kidneys?
The adrenal glands.
What is a chemical messenger of the endocrine system called?
A hormone.
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