MICROANATOMY

ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

ENDOCRINE ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does endocrine mean?
A
secretions released outside the body
B
electrical information sent within the body
C
secretions released inside the body
D
particles sent between adjacent cells
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Endocrine system regulates the activities of the body by secreting complex chemical substances (hormones) into the blood stream. These secretions come from a variety of glands which control various organs of the body. The key functions are: To regulate the metabolic functions of the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -The hypothalamus secretes hormones that stimulate or suppress the release of hormones in the pituitary gland, in addition to controlling water balance, sleep, temperature, appetite, and blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Overview. Endocrine glands release hormones (chemical messengers) into the bloodstream to be transported to various organs and tissues throughout the body. For instance, the pancreas secretes insulin, which allows the body to regulate levels of sugar in the blood.

Detailed explanation-4: -Definitions of internal secretion. the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect. synonyms: endocrine, hormone.

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