Endocrine System mfj

The HYPOTHALAMUS controls the glandular secretion of the

The pituitary gland has two portions:

• Posterior and hypothalamic

• Posterior and anterior

• Posterior and adrenal

Stimulates water reabsorption by kidneys

• Melatonin

• Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)

Stimulates uterine muscle contraction

• Oxytocin

• Prolactin (PRL)

Regulates sleep patterns

• Melatonin

• Oxytocin

Raises blood sugar level

• Glucagon

• Insulin

Lowers blood glucose levels

• Glucagon

• Insulin

Glucagon and Insulin are secreted by:

• Pineal Gland

• The pancreas

• Pituitary Gland

Control body's metabolic rate

• T3 + T4

• Growth Hormone (GH)

Increases growth and increases muscle mass

• Growth Hormone (GH)

• Melatonin