PINEAL GLAND

Produces the hormone melatonin which is responsible for controlling sleep-wake cycles

THYMUS

Gland that matures T cells and participates in our immune function.

OVARIES

Responsible for producing hormones the allow for secondary sex characteristics and reproduction in females.

POSTERIOR lobe of PITUITARY

Secretes Oxytocin and ADH

AKA NEUROHYPOPHYSIS

TESTES

Responsible for producing hormones the allow for secondary sex characteristics and reproduction in males.

PITUITARY GLAND

Dual lobed gland that is considered the master gland, AKA HYPOPHYSIS

ADRENAL GLANDS

Regulates balance of electrolytes, metabolism of protein, CHO and fats, and maintenance of secondary sex characteristics during puberty

PANCREAS

Regulates Blood glucose levels through insulin and glucagon

Thyroid

Regulates metabolism and calcium and phosphorous levels

PARATHYROID GLAND

Helps regulate calcium and phosphorous levels in the body

ANTERIOR lobe of PITUITARY

Produces and Secretes FSH, LH, ACTH, TSH, Prolactin, Endorphins and GH

AKA ADENOHYPOPHYSIS