an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings
腺
a sebaceous gland located in the eyelid that produces and secretes oil to lubricate the surface of the eye
タルサル腺
a small gland located at the base of the brain that secretes hormones and regulates various bodily functions
下垂体
a small endocrine gland located in the brain that secretes melatonin and helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle
松果体
an endocrine gland located in the neck that produces hormones essential for regulating metabolism and growth
甲状腺
a small endocrine gland near the thyroid gland that produces parathyroid hormone
副甲状腺
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
胸腺
a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates electrolyte balance and fluid levels in the body
アルドステロン
a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker
アドレナリン
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the production and release of cortisol from the adrenal glands
副腎皮質刺激ホルモン
a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland that regulates water balance in the body
抗利尿ホルモン
a hormone that stimulates growth, development, and metabolism in the body
成長ホルモン
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates ovulation and testosterone production
黄体形成ホルモン
a hormone that regulates the growth and development of follicles in the ovaries and the production of sperm in the testes
卵胞刺激ホルモン
a hormone that stimulates milk production and plays a role in reproductive functions
プロラクチン
a hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones
甲状腺刺激ホルモン
an enzyme involved in regulating blood pressure and fluid balance by initiating the production of angiotensin II
レニン
a peptide hormone that constricts blood vessels and stimulates the release of aldosterone
アンジオテンシン
a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the body
エリスロポエチン
a hormone that raises blood sugar levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen in the liver
グルカゴン
a hormone that is responsible for controlling the level of glucose in the blood, the lack of which can cause diabetes
インスリン
a hormone primarily responsible for female reproductive development and regulation
エストロゲン
a hormone produced by the ovaries that plays a vital role in regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy
プロゲステロン
a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and various physiological processes in the body
甲状腺ホルモン
a hormone produced by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the body
副甲状腺ホルモン
a hormone and neurotransmitter that regulates the body's stress response
ノルエピネフリン
a hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles and promotes restful sleep
メラトニン
a hormone that stimulates the release of growth hormone from the pituitary gland, regulating growth and metabolism
成長ホルモン放出因子
a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones
甲状腺刺激ホルモン
a hormone generated by the hypothalamus that triggers the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the pituitary gland
甲状腺刺激ホルモン放出因子
a hormone that stimulates the release of cortisol from the adrenal glands
コルチコトロピン
an exocrine gland that produces and releases saliva into the mouth, aiding in digestion
唾液腺
a paired gland in the male reproductive system that secretes fluids to nourish and support the sperm cells
精嚢
a glandular organ in mammals that produces and secretes milk for nourishing offspring
乳腺
a salivary gland located beneath the tongue that produces and secretes saliva
舌下腺
a salivary gland located beneath the jaw that produces and releases saliva
下顎腺
a major salivary gland located near the ear that produces and secretes saliva into the mouth
耳下腺
a sweat gland responsible for regulating body temperature through the production and secretion of sweat
エクリン腺
a type of sweat gland that produces a thicker secretion containing proteins and lipids
アポクリン腺
a hormone that regulates the activity of the gonads, promoting their development and function
性腺刺激ホルモン
a male reproductive organ responsible for the production of sperm and the secretion of testosterone
精巣
a specialized structure in the human body that produces and releases substances through a duct
導管腺
a gland in the male body that produces fluid for semen and surrounds the urethra, aiding in urine control
前立腺
a group of hormones secreted by cells in the digestive system that regulate various processes
消化管ホルモン