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| Pineal Gland is found where? |
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| on the 3rd ventricle of the brain |
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| The pineal gland secretes what? |
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Definition
| melatonin: Helps establish the body’s wake and sleep cycles |
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| The thymus is located where? |
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| What hormone does the thymus gland produce and what is its function? |
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•Produces thymosin
•Matures some types of white blood cells
•Important in developing the immune system |
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| Estrogens stimulate what? |
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Definition
the development of secondary
female characteristics
•Mature female reproductive organs |
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Acts with estrogen to bring about the
menstrual cycle
•Helps in the implantation of an embryo in the uterus
•Helps prepare breasts for lactation |
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| Endocrine Function of the Placenta |
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•Produces hormones that maintain the pregnancy
•Some hormones play a part in the delivery of the baby |
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| Menopause is brought about by lack of efficiency of the what? |
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| What happens to growth hormone production with age? |
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