What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

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What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

These are major glands of the endocrine system:

• Pituitary

• Adrenal

• Liver

• Thyroid

• Parathyroid

True or False. The pituitary gland is also known as the master gland.

• True

• False

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This is a condition that results from an over secretion of growth hormone PRIOR to puberty.

• Gigantism

• Dwarfism

• Acromegaly

• Diabetes

This is a condition that results from an over secretion of growth hormone during adulthood.

• Gigantism

• Dwarfism

• Acromegaly

• Diabetes

True or False. An over production of thyroxin leads to HYPOthyroidism

• True

• False

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True or False. With hyperthyroidism, patients have a tendency to not gain weight.

• True

• False

Which gland maintains proper calcium levels?

• Thyroid

• Parathyroid

• Pituitary

• Adrenal

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Where are the adrenal glands located?