Endocrine Review

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  1. 4. Female reproductive glands responsible for producing estrogen and progesterone
  2. 7. Gland responsible for storing and releasing oxytocin
  3. 8. Hormone involved in social bonding and childbirth
  4. 9. Hormone produced by the ovaries and placenta, involved in the relaxation of pelvic ligaments during pregnancy
  5. 11. Hormone produced by the thymus gland, essential for cell development and immune response
  6. 13. Hormone produced by the parathyroids, regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the blood
  7. 16. Gland responsible for producing relaxin and hcg during pregnancy
  8. 19. Hormone produced by the pancreas, increases blood sugar levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen
  9. 22. Gland responsible for producing thymosin, essential for immune system development
  10. 23. Hormone that promotes the retention of sodium and water in the kidneys
  11. 26. Gland responsible for producing melatonin, regulating sleep-wake cycles
  12. 27. Hormone involved in regulating calcium levels in the blood
  13. 29. Female hormone involved in regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining pregnancy
  14. 30. Gland responsible for producing cortisol and aldosterone
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  1. 1. Steroid hormones that regulate metabolism and immune response, produced by the adrenal cortex
  2. 2. Promotes the development and maintenance of male reproductive tissues
  3. 3. Releases insulin to regulate blood sugar levels
  4. 5. Hormone produced by the thyroid gland, regulates metabolism and energy levels
  5. 6. Hormone involved in social bonding and childbirth
  6. 10. Influences female reproductive cycle and menstrual cycle
  7. 12. Hormone responsible for milk production in the mammary glands
  8. 14. Hormone produced by the placenta, promotes fetal growth and development
  9. 15. Gland responsible for producing growth hormone and prolactin
  10. 17. Released in response to stress, promoting the fight or flight response
  11. 18. Endocrine gland located in the neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism and growth
  12. 20. Hormone produced by the posterior pituitary gland, regulates water balance in the body
  13. 21. Gland responsible for producing adrenaline and noradrenaline
  14. 24. Gland responsible for producing parathyroid hormone, regulating calcium levels
  15. 25. Hormone plays a role in regulating sleep and wakefulness
  16. 28. Male reproductive glands responsible for producing estrogen and progesterone