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• Hypothalamus
• Pineal gland
• Pituitary gland
• Thyroid
• Adrenal glands
• Pancreas
• Gut
• Gonads

Major endocrine structures

Hormones control most body functions and all other glands

Hypothalamus

Pineal gland

Hormones control growth, reproduction, lactation, and stress

Pituitary gland

Control growth/ development and metabolism

Thyroid

Hormones control growth, sugar metabolism, kidney function, and stress

Adrenal glands

The pancreas is an internal organ that functions as an endocrine gland by secreting the hormones insulin and glucagon to regulate the body's blood sugar levels.

Pancreas

The gonads are endocrine glands that secrete sexual hormones. These hormones are essential for reproduction and also play a key role in influencing sexual motivation and behavior.

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