What are the classical endocrine glands?
The glands of the endocrine system are:
- Hypothalamus.
- Pineal Gland.
- Pituitary Gland.
- Thyroid.
- Parathyroid.
- Thymus.
- Adrenal.
- Pancreas.
Which of the following is NOT endocrine gland?
So, the correct answer is, “Liver”.
Which is not an endocrine gland?
There is another type of gland called an exocrine gland (e.g. sweat glands, lymph nodes). These are not considered part of the endocrine system as they do not produce hormones and they release their product through a duct. These hormones affect many parts of the human body.
Are there any non endocrine glands that produce hormones?
Several non endocrine organs and cells also produce hormones, which are chemical messengers secreted into the blood and bind specific receptors on target cells to produce specific response. 1. Lymphocytes 2. Thymocytes a. Thymosin (thymopoietin) Thymosin activates lymphopoiesis and promotes T-cell genesis.
Which is the band Master of the endocrine Orchestra?
The pituitary gland is rightly called as “Band master of endocrine orchestra” as it secretes a number of hormones which regulates the activity of other endocrine glands. The hormones secreted from different parts with their activities are described below.
Which is the target gland of the endocrine system?
Here the target endocrine gland is cortex of adrenal gland which is stimulated to produce glucocorticoids. ACTH is secreted in more amounts during emotional and physical stress. Also known as Thyrotrophic hormone (TTH). It controls the growth and activity of thyroid gland.
Where are the command centers of the endocrine system?
1. Command Centers: The Hypothalamus and the Pituitary Gland Direct the Endocrine System. The hypothalamus and the pituitary gland are part of the diencephalon region of the brain. The hypothalamus connects the nervous system to the endocrine system.