Endocrine System

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Which gland is called the master gland?

Which gland is called the master gland?

• Pituitary

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What hormone produced in the pituitary stimulates development of sex organs (testis and ovaries)?

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luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone

Which hormone triggers the stress response in the body?

• Adrenocorticotropic hormone

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Which hormone, produced in the posterior pituitary, stimulates contractions of the uterus and

milk release in mammary glands?

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Oxytocin

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What endocrine gland, other than the testis, produces testosterone?

Adrenal Gland

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Which gland controls your activity levels and metabolism?

Thyroid Gland

What do the parathyroids do?

• Controls calcium levels in the blood.

What are the two main roles of the pancreas?

• Aids in digestion.

• Controls blood sugar.

Insulin Production

What is the difference between protein based hormones and steroid hormones?

Which endocrine gland controls your sleep cycles?