The Endocrine System

Endocrine System

• A network of glands across the body that secrete chemical messages called hormones.
• Helps to regulate the activity of cells and organs in the body.
• Uses blood vessels around the body to target a specific cell to produce different effects.

The Hympothalamus

• Connected to the pituitary gland and is responsible for stimulating or controlling the release of hormones from the pituitary gland. 
• Control system which regulates the endocrine system.

Pituitary Gland

• Master gland because the hormones released by the pituitary gland control and stimulate the release of hormones from other glands in the endocrine system.
• Divided into the anterior (front) and posterior (rear) lobes, which release different hormones.
• Anterior lobe releases adrenocortical trophic hormones (ACTH) which stimulates the adrenal cortex and the release of cortisol. 
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