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Hypothalamus
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Makes hormones that control the pituitary gland and hormones that are stored in the pituitary gland
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Pituitary Gland
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produces hormones that regulate many of the other endocrine glands and some organs
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Parathyroid glands
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these 4 glands release parathyroid hormone, which regulates the lvl of calcium in blood
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thymus
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during childhood, the thymus releases thymosin, which stimulates T cell development and proper immune response
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Adrenal Glands
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Release hormones that help the body respond to stress
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Pineal gland
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releases melatonin, which is involved in rhythmic activities, such as daily sleep-wake cycles
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Thyroid
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releases thyroxine, which regulates metabolism throughout the body
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Pancreas
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Produces insulin and glucagon, which regulate the lvl of glucose in the blood
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Ovaries
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produce estrogens and progesterone. Estrogens are required for development of female secondary sex characterstics and for the development of eggs. progesterone prepares the uterus for a fertilized egg
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Testes
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Produce testosterone, which is responsible for sperm production and the development of male secondary sex characteristics
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