Chapter 13 The Endocrine System
Overview of Structures, Combining Forms, and Functions © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
Structures of the Endocrine System
Adrenal Glands Primary Functions Related Combining Form Regulate electrolyte levels. Influence metabolism. Respond to stress. Related Combining Form adren/o
Gonads* Primary Function Related Combining Form Regulate development and maintenance of secondary sex characteristics. Related Combining Form gonad/o *Males: testicles (2) *Females: ovaries (2)
Pancreatic Islets Primary Functions Related Combining Form Control blood sugar levels and glucose metabolism. Related Combining Form pancreat/o
Parathyroid Glands Primary Function Related Combining Form Regulate calcium levels throughout the body. Related Combining Form parathyroid/o
Pineal Gland Primary Function Related Combining Form Influences the sleep-wakefulness cycle. Related Combining Form pineal/o
Pituitary Gland Primary Function Related Combining Forms Secretes hormones that control the activity of the other endocrine glands. Related Combining Forms pituit/o, pituitar/o
Thymus Primary Function Related Combining Form Plays a major role in the immune reaction. Related Combining Form thym/o
Thyroid Gland Primary Functions Related Combining Forms Stimulates metabolism, growth, and the activity of the nervous system. Related Combining Forms thyr/o, thyroid/o