Unit 7: Endocrine system physiology and disease

Endocrine Disorders An endocrine disorder results from the improper function of the endocrine system, which includes the glands that secrete hormones,

Some glands also have non-endocrine regions that have functions other than hormone secretion For example, the pancreas has a major exocrine portion that

muscular system Major Endocrine Glands The major glands of the endocrine system are the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland, the thyroid gland, the parathyroid glands, the islet

respiratory system The endocrine system is a series of glands and tissues that produce and secrete hormones, which are used by the body to regulate and coordinate