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Endocrine system

System of glands; secretes hormones to regulate bodily function

Testosterone

Responsible for male sex traits

Estrogen

Influences fat deposition on hips, buttocks and thighs; responsible for female sex traits

Growth

Anabolic hormone; responsible for body growth up until puberty

Insulin

Regulates energy and glucose metabolism in the body