MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Hormones are molecules that are produced by endocrine glands, including the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, adrenal glands, gonads, (i.e., testes and ovaries), thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, and pancreas (see figure 1).

Detailed explanation-2: -The endocrine system is made up of seven different glands that make chemicals called hormones. Hormones are substances that act as “messengers” to control many body functions.

Detailed explanation-3: -While many parts of the body make hormones, the major glands that make up the endocrine system are the: hypothalamus. pituitary. thyroid.

Detailed explanation-4: -The pituitary gland is called the ‘master gland’ as the hormones it produces control so many different processes in the body.