Human Endocrine System (4)

The position of adrenal gland in the body

Are located above the kidneys

The position of pancreas in the body

Is located at the back of the stomach

The position of testes in the body

Men have a pair of testes protected by a scrotum

Hormones release by the pituitary glands (1)

Antidiuresis hormone (ADH)

Hormones release by the pituitary glands (2)

Growth hormone (GH)

Function of antidiuresis hormone

Controls the quantity of water reabsorbed by the kidneys

Function of growth hormone (1)

Stimulates growth in the children

Function of growth hormone (2)

Maintains healthy body composition in adults

Function of growth hormone (3)

Maintains the muscle and bone mass of adults

Hormones release by the thyroid gland

Thyroxine