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The endocrine system is made up of a series of glands that release chemicals directly into the blood stream.
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endocrine glands
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The portion of the brain that connects the endocrine and nervous systems. Receives messages from other areas of the brain and from internal organs
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hypothalamus
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Main gland of the endocrine system is located in the skull beneath the hypothalamus.
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pituitary gland
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Once released by the glands, the hormones travel in the bloodstream and then attach to specific binding sites found on the plasma membranes, or in the nuclei.
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target cells
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biding sites on cells
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receptors
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Internal feedback mechanism.
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negative feedback system
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Play an important role in preparing your body for stressful situations.
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adrenal glands
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Attached to the thyroid gland. makes parathyroid hormone
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parathyroid glands
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