Outline the organisation and function of the endocrine system M3 – Explain the function of the endocrine system Organisation of the endocrine system: (diagrams of each) • Pituitary gland • Hypothalamus • Thyroid and parathyroid gland • Pancreas • Adrenal medulla • Adrenal cortex • Gonads and placenta • Pineal • Gastrointestinal tract To achieve M3 state what function it has in relation to endocrine system. Function of the endocrine system: • Characteristics of hormones (diagram
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________________________________ LAB TIME/DATE _______________________ S H E E T EXERCISE 27 Functional Anatomy of the Endocrine Glands Gross Anatomy and Basic Function of the Endocrine Glands 1. Both the endocrine and nervous systems are major regulating systems of the body; however‚ the nervous system has been compared to an airmail delivery system and the endocrine system to the Pony Express. Briefly explain this comparison. _____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Shier‚ Butler‚ and Lewis: Hole’s Human Anatomy and Physiology‚ 12th ed. Chapter 13: Endocrine System Chapter 13: Endocrine System I. Introduction and II. General Characteristics of the Endocrine System (Outcome 13.1‚ 13.2‚ 13.3) A. The endocrine glands secrete . (Outcome 13.1‚ 13.2‚ 13.3) B. Hormones diffuse from ________________________ into ___________________ and eventually act on . (Outcome 13.2‚ 13.4) C. Paracrine secretions
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Endocrine System and Stress Response in Humans Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify major locations of major endocrine organs using human torso model. 2. Identify histological sections of selected endocrine organs. 3. List hormones produced by each endocrine organ and describe their effects on the human body. 4. Review the functional stages of stress response 5. Compare the effects of different stressors on activity of the autonomic nervous system. Materials: Stopwatches Step Boxes (or
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BIOL 1020 L02 Homework 4 Endocrine System 20 pts Name Danel Bermudez 1. Which of the following is not an endocrine gland? A. hypothalamus B. pituitary C. oil (sebaceous) glands of the skin D. thyroid E. adrenal cortex 2. Jason is having problems with his metabolic rate. He cannot seem to burn calories and gains weight even on a severely reduced caloric intake. What endocrine gland is probably not involved in this problem? A. anterior pituitary B. hypothalamus C. thyroid D. testes
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Human Physiology An Integrated Approach‚ 6e (Silverthorn) Chapter 7 Introduction to the Endocrine System 1) Which of the following is NOT a method of hormone action A) control of enzymatic reaction rates B) control of ion or molecule transport across cell membranes C) control of electrical signaling pathways D) control of gene expression and protein synthesis E) All are methods of hormone action. Answer E Section Title The Classification of Hormones Learning Outcome 7.1 Skill Level I Reviewing
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Exercise 1: The Endocrine System Purpose: What is the purpose of this exercise? Is there any safety concerns associated with this exercise? If so‚ list what they are and what precautions should be taken. 1. Identify the major endocrine glands and other organs containing endocrine cells on models and diagrams (glands listed below). 2. Identify the major endocrine glands in the cat (glands listed below). 3. Identify the histological features (listed below) of the major endocrine glands on microscope
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REVIEW SHEET EXERCISE 1 Cell Transport Mechanisms and Permeability 1. Match each of the definitions in Column A with the appropriate term in Column B. Column A Column B __E___ term used to describe a solution that has a lower concentration of solutes compared to another solution ___G__ term used to describe a solution that has a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution ___A__ the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
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Jacqueline Ross Effects of Disease on the Health Care Industry: Endocrine System Health Complete the table below for 2 diseases that you have chosen that affects the endocrine system. In each box‚ you are required to list 3-5 bulleted statements regarding the heading of that box. Cite your sources using APA format. This section is due in Week Four. Chosen Endocrine Disease or Disorder Treatment Modalities Cultural Beliefs/Practices Affecting this Disease Epidemiological
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infrequently for several years. In this particular disease‚ when one thing goes wrong in your immune system‚ that is the part of the body which fights off viruses‚ bacteria‚ and germs‚ our immune system is not able to function properly. Commonly our system produces proteins referred to as antibodies that defend the body from these invaders. Lupus is an autoimmune disease‚ which suggests that your system cannot tell the distinction between these foreign invaders and your body’s healthy tissues and creates
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