1. Chapter 11 By: Alyssa Phuong

2. -crine -crine= to secrete Example: endocrine (endo = within) & (crine = to secret) Endocrine: system of glands and organs which regulate the body by secreting hormone into the bloodstream

3. Pituitary & Pineal Glands & Hypothalamus Hypothalamus: regulates metabolism and body temperature Pituitary gland: produces hormones that control many functions of other endocrine glands Pineal gland: regulates circadian rhythm

4. Thyroid & Parathyroid Glands Thyroid gland: regulates metabolic rate Parathyroid gland: regulates blood calcium level Parathyroid hormone (PTH) Adrenal gland: regulates water/electrolyte levels

5. Pancreas: regulates blood sugar level

6. Reproductive Glands Ovaries: regulate female reproductive system Estrogen: sex characteristics Progesterone: prepare for pregnancy Testicles: regulates the male reproductive system Testosterone: sexual characteristics, growth of facial hair, pubic hair, sperm production

7. -dipsia -dipsia: thirst Example: polydipsia(poly = many) & (dipsia = thirst)  excessive thirst Polydipsia is a typically found in diabetics. It can be associated with hyperglycemia (high blood sugar level); along with polyphasgia and polyuria

8. The 3Ps commonly seen in hyperglycemiaPolyuria (excessive urination)Polydipsia (excessive thirst)Polyphagia (excessive hunger)