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Describe the basic functions of the endocrine system, including the specific functions of the thyroid gland, pancreas, pituitary gland, gonads, and adrenal glands.
On May 08, 2024
The endocrine system is responsible for releasing hormones in the body, which function similarly to neurotransmitters in the brain. Hormones take longer to reach a site of action in the body and be effective, and tend to have different lengths of effect. The pituitary gland produces the largest number of the body's hormones. The thyroid gland regulates activity levels over the course of a day, the pancreas secretes insulin and glucagon to regulate blood-sugar, and the adrenal glands releases epinephrine or norepinephrine. The gonads (testes in males, ovaries in females) secrete hormones classified as masculine and feminine with organizing roles in human development.