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Endocrine System Flashcards

The endocrine system can feel overwhelming because it involves glands scattered throughout the body, each releasing different hormones with different effects. This deck organizes that material by gland location — brain, neck, abdomen, and reproductive organs — so the hormones stay connected to where they come from.

Cards cover the major glands and their hormones, including thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, pancreatic, and pituitary hormones, along with how the body regulates hormone levels. Each card includes a clinical note on what happens when a hormone runs too high or too low.

Who this deck is for

Students studying endocrine anatomy and hormone function for Anatomy & Physiology or TEAS review.

Topics covered

Foundations Basics Brain Neck Abdomen Reproductive Pancreatic Hormones Adrenal Hormones Thyroid Hormones Parathyroid Pituitary Hormones Regulation

Sample terms

Endocrine System

A network of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream.

Pineal Gland

Produces melatonin.

Ovaries

Female endocrine glands.

Aldosterone

Regulates sodium and water balance.

Parathyroid Hormone

Raises blood calcium.

ACTH

Stimulates the adrenal cortex.

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