Endocrine System

 Learning objectives

By the end of this section, you will be able to do the following:

• Explain the difference between exocrine and endocrine glands
• Describe primary and secondary endocrine organs
• Describe the actions of the neurohormones released by the posterior pituitary
• Explain the general control and feedback mechanisms of hormone secretion
• Describe the different ways hormones act in combination
• Explain the role of the hypothalamus and pituitary
• Describe the hormones secreted by the thyroid and parathyroid glands
• Describe the hormones secreted by the adrenal gland and their primary functions
• Describe the main hormones secreted by the pancreas that are involved in glucose regulation