Endocrine

system
Objectives:

At the end of the learning process 85% of the students

should be able to:

1. Identify the major endocrine glands and its functions;

2. Determine the hormones secreted.
 Cell Body Dendrites Nucleus

Axon Node of Ranvier

Identify the parts being described Dendron Schwan Cell

Parts Functions Axon Terminal Myelin Sheath

Nucleus Controls the entire nerve cell (neuron)

Cell Body (Soma) Organizes and keeps the cell function
Dendron Carries impulses from dendrites to the cell body
Dendrites Receive signals from another cell
Axon Transfer signals to other cells and organs
Myelin Sheath Increase the speed of the signal
Schwan Cell Produces the myelin sheath
Node of Ranvier Allow diffusion of ions
Forms junctions with other cell
Axon Terminal
Try observing yourself in theSimilar
mirror. Arenervous
to the you
system, the endocrine
aware of the changes happening in your body?
system controls and
Have you experienced a fight-or-flight
regulates bodyreaction
processes.
Generally, the endocrine
requiring fast movement from an approaching
system is in control of the
speeding car? mechanisms in the body
that slowly take place,
Why are hormones essential? such as cell growth.
 It is composed of glands
that secrete different types of
Endocrine
hormones that affect almost
system
every cell, organ, and
function of our body.
 Endocrine system
It is essential in regulating growth and
development, metabolism, as well as
reproductive processes and mood.
How does your endocrine system
function?
 Endocrine glands secrete chemicals
known as hormones into the
bloodstream, which carries them
throughout the body.
 When hormone in the blood reaches the
target organ, it produces a notable
effect.
 The endocrine system sends signals all
over the body.
  The endocrine system contains a group of glands that release hormones into the
body. The following table lists all the major glands in the body, with their
functions, locations, and the hormones they release

Gland LOCATION HORMONE RELEASED FUNCTION

PITUITAR At the base Oxytocin, Vasopressin, Growth Stimulates growth and
Y of the hormone, Adrenocorticotropic controls the functions of
brain hormone (ACTH), Prolactin, the other glands.
Luteinizing Hormone (LH), follicle
Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
THYROID Below the Thyroxin, Calcitonin Regulates body
voice box metabolism, and causes
storage of calcium in
bones
  The endocrine system contains a group of glands that release hormones into the
body. The following table lists all the major glands in the body, with their
functions, locations, and the hormones they release

GLAND LOCATI HORMONE RELEASED FUNCTION

ON

PARATHYROI In the parathormone Controls the calcium levels in

D neck the body, and normalizes bone
growth
Thymus In Thymosin Enables the body to produce
front certain antibodies
of the
heart
  The endocrine system contains a group of glands that release hormones into the
body. The following table lists all the major glands in the body, with their
functions, locations, and the hormones they release

GLAND LOCATION HORMONE RELEASED FUNCTION

Adrenal On top of Adrenaline Prepares the body for action,

the kidneys controls the heart rate and
breathing in times of
emergency
Pancreas Between Insulin, glucagon Regulates blood sugar levels
the kidneys
  The endocrine system contains a group of glands that release hormones into the
body. The following table lists all the major glands in the body, with their
functions, locations, and the hormones they release

GLAND LOCATION HORMONE FUNCTION

RELEASED

Reproductive Lower Androgen, Control maturation and male

-testes (male) abdomen Testosterone characteristics

-ovaries (female) Lower Influence female traits, and

abdomen Estrogen, support reproductive function
progesterone
 Guide Questions

 Which gland of the endocrine and nervous system controls the other glands in the body?
 How will you differentiate thyroid and parathyroid glands in terms of location and function?
 If a person’s blood sugar level becomes unstable, what gland might be involved in the problem?
 How important is the thymus gland in keeping your body free from diseases?
 What might happen to a person born without a thymus gland?
 How will you explain the sudden boost of energy, increased strength and extraordinary ability to lift very
heavy objects especially during emergency situations?
 Why is injecting insulin an essential part of the daily regimen for most people with diabetes?
 Why does menstrual cycle stop during menopause?
 How do oral contraceptives, specifically birth control pills, prevent pregnancy?
What important roles
do endocrine glands
perform in the body?