Diseases | Glands | Functions |
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Diabetes
What disease occurs due to problems with insulin production?
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Upper abdomen
Where is the pancreas located?
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Metabolism, growth, tissue function, reproduction, sleep, or mood
Name two things that the Endocrine System regulates.
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Menstruation
Irregular or lack of ____ causes ____ abnormalities.
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Thyroid and Parathyroid
Which glands are located in the neck?
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Produce sperm and testosterone
What is the function of the testes?
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Thyroid Cancer
What disease is caused when the gland is overactive or underactive?
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Every month
How often do the ovaries release an egg?
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Pineal Gland
Which gland’s function is not fully understood?
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Excessive or deficient hormone production
What are the causes of an endocrine system disorder?
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Above the kidneys
Where are the adrenals located?
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Hypothalamus
Which gland regulates body temperature?
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Pancreas
What gland does insulin come from?
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Thyroxine, Triiodothyronine, or Calcitonin
Name one hormone that the Thyroid has.
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Trains the development of T-cells
What is the function of the Thymus gland?
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