Endocrine System: What Is It, Functions, Organs & Conditions

Endocrine communication involves chemical signaling via the release of hormones which travel through the bloodstream, where they elicit a response in target

The hypothalamus and the pituitary gland are part of the diencephalon region of the brain The hypothalamus connects the nervous system to the endocrine system

lymphatic system Endocrine System Topics · Achondroplasia see · Acromegaly see Growth Disorders; · Adrenal Insufficiency see · Amenorrhea see · Basedow's Disease see · Blood

succubus system By the end of this section, you will be able to: Identify the major glands of the endocrine system; Identify the hormones secreted by each gland