Katawan - Mga glandula at Hormone

an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings

glandula

a sebaceous gland located in the eyelid that produces and secretes oil to lubricate the surface of the eye

tarsal glandula

a small gland located at the base of the brain that secretes hormones and regulates various bodily functions

pituitary gland

a small endocrine gland located in the brain that secretes melatonin and helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle

pineal gland

an endocrine gland located in the neck that produces hormones essential for regulating metabolism and growth

tiroydeo

a small endocrine gland near the thyroid gland that produces parathyroid hormone

parathyroid gland

a specialized organ of the immune system located near the heart that produces T cells and plays a crucial role in the development of the immune system in early life

thymus

a small endocrine organ located on top of the kidneys that produces hormones

adrenal

a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates electrolyte balance and fluid levels in the body

aldosteron

a class of hormones produced by the adrenal glands

corticosteroid

a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker

adrenaline

a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the production and release of cortisol from the adrenal glands

adrenocorticotrophic hormone

a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland that regulates water balance in the body

antidiuretic hormone

a hormone that stimulates growth, development, and metabolism in the body

growth hormone

a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates ovulation and testosterone production

luteinizing hormone

a hormone that regulates the growth and development of follicles in the ovaries and the production of sperm in the testes

follicle-stimulating hormone

a hormone that regulates childbirth, lactation, and social bonding

oxytocin

a hormone that stimulates milk production and plays a role in reproductive functions

prolactin

a hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones

thyroid-stimulating hormone

an enzyme involved in regulating blood pressure and fluid balance by initiating the production of angiotensin II

renin

a peptide hormone that constricts blood vessels and stimulates the release of aldosterone

angiotensin

a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the body

erythropoietin

a hormone that raises blood sugar levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen in the liver

glucagon

a hormone that is responsible for controlling the level of glucose in the blood, the lack of which can cause diabetes

insulin

a hormone primarily responsible for female reproductive development and regulation

estrogen

a hormone produced by the ovaries that plays a vital role in regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy

progesterone

a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and various physiological processes in the body

thyroid hormone

a hormone produced by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the body

parathyroid hormone

a hormone that increases heart rate and blood flow

epinephrine

a hormone and neurotransmitter that regulates the body's stress response

norepinephrine

a hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles and promotes restful sleep

melatonin

a hormone that stimulates the release of growth hormone from the pituitary gland, regulating growth and metabolism

growth hormone-releasing factor

a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones

thyrotrophic hormone

a hormone generated by the hypothalamus that triggers the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the pituitary gland

thyrotropin-releasing factor

a hormone that stimulates the release of cortisol from the adrenal glands

corticotropin

an exocrine gland that produces and releases saliva into the mouth, aiding in digestion

glandula ng laway

a paired gland in the male reproductive system that secretes fluids to nourish and support the sperm cells

seminal vesicle

a reproductive organ that produces gametes and sex hormones

gonad

a glandular organ in mammals that produces and secretes milk for nourishing offspring

mammary gland

a salivary gland located beneath the tongue that produces and secretes saliva

sublingual na glandula

a salivary gland located beneath the jaw that produces and releases saliva

submandibular glandula

a major salivary gland located near the ear that produces and secretes saliva into the mouth

parotid gland

a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sweat

glandula ng pawis

a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sebum

sebaceous glandula

a sweat gland responsible for regulating body temperature through the production and secretion of sweat

glandula ng eccrine

a type of sweat gland that produces a thicker secretion containing proteins and lipids

glandula ng apocrine

a hormone that regulates the activity of the gonads, promoting their development and function

gonadotrophic hormone

a male reproductive organ responsible for the production of sperm and the secretion of testosterone

bayag

a specialized structure in the human body that produces and releases substances through a duct

glandula ng tubo

a gland in the male body that produces fluid for semen and surrounds the urethra, aiding in urine control

prosteyt

a group of hormones secreted by cells in the digestive system that regulate various processes

gastrointestinal hormone