Chapter 2: Endocrine System
A mail service company sends out thousands of letter and packages a day to specific addresses. Similarly, the endocrine system sends distributes hormones and signals throughout the body having various effects to maintain a stable internal environment. Unlike emails or direct text messages, the endocrine system takes a bit longer to deliver but ensures the message reaches the right place.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify each key endocrine organ
- Identify key features and structural identifiers of each endocrine organ
- Understand the systemic effect of each endocrine hormone
- Understand the basics of feedback loops and their roles in homeostasis