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 […]
Infertile couples who undergo assisted reproductive technologies like IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) or ICSI (Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection) should be alerted about the possible enhanced risks of birth defects in the children born out of the procedures than by natural conception. About 2.5% in the general population are born with birth defects and this is […]
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 […]
It is a known fact that for producing a new offspring male and the female germ cells (sperms and oocytes) are required. The nucleus of the sperm and the oocyte fuse and fertilization takes place. The fertilized egg divides further and the embryo forms and ultimately it grows and a new living being is produced. […]