Human Body Our Human Body represents the entire structure of the human organism. It consists of trillions of cells that are organised biologically to form the entire human body. Human body contains different organ systems consisting of various organs. These organ systems are constructed wonderfully to perform various functions. All the organ systems are structurally […]
Let us have a look at the different glands of the endocrine system like thymus and pineal glands, which are the least known glands of the endocrine system. What are the different glands of the Endocrine System? Thymus and the pineal glands the least known glands of the endocrine glands. Pineal gland: The pineal gland […]
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What are Parathyroid Glands? Parathyroid glands are small endocrine glands which are four in number present near the neck region. They are about the size of a small pea. They cling at the base of the thyroid gland two on each lobe of the thyroid gland, curving back to the trachea. What are the functions […]
What is a gland and its Functions? Types of Glands A gland is an organ (or even a cell) in our body which secretes some chemical substances. The glands are of 2 types, namely endocrine glands and exocrine glands. Endocrine glands are called as ductless glands as they release their secretions directly into the blood […]
Location of the Thyroid Gland: The thyroid gland is present around the front and either side of the trachea (wind pipe), at the base of the neck, just below the larynx. Thyroid gland resembles a stocky butterfly which is facing downwards towards the chest. What are the Hormones Secreted by Thyroid Gland? Thyroid gland function: […]
Location of the Adrenal Glands: Adrenal glands are triangular glands that are located on the top of both kidneys. They rest like skull caps on the kidneys, secreting different hormones and have different functions. Parts and Functions of the Adrenal Gland and their Hormones 1. Adrenal Medulla The central internal portion of the adrenal gland […]
What is Pituitary Gland? Where is it Present? What are its functions? The Pituitary gland is called as the master gland as it regulates the functions of all other endocrine glands by secreting hormones. Lobes of Pituitary Gland and their Location: Pituitary gland has 2 lobes. The lobe which is present towards the front of […]