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A gland produces hormones, which perform a variety of functions. Some of them make you grow (somatropin), while some of them help you control your weight and moods (thyroid). There are many glands throughout the body and they can all produce an assortment of hormones. The pituitary, though, is the master gland that controls all the other glands and does so by producing its own hormones.
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Is the pituitary gland the largest in the body?
No. It is actually one of the smallest glands, though it does a big job. The main function of the pituitary gland is to make and release hormones and is controlled by the hypothalamus. The largest gland in the body is the pancreas.
What small vessel and organ carries chemicals throughout the body?
The organ that is responsible for carrying chemicals through the body is the heart. This is because the heart pumps the blood which carries chemicals and oxygen to all body parts.
What is at the base of a males bladder?
The prostate gland encircles the bladder neck at the base of the men's bladder.
Which gland of human body is considered as orchestra of endocrine system?
The Pituitary Gland, also known as the "master gland" is considered the most important in the body - as it controls the functions of all the endocrine glands.You can think of the pituitary gland as a powerful "conductor" of a large orchestra
Where is the prostate gland located on the body?
It's located below the bladder, around the urethra. See link below for pics.
What is the function of the lacrimal duct?
a duct that carries tears from a gland out to the surface of the eye
What is the function of a gland?
It releases a chemical in the body
This is a function of the hypothalamus gland?
Regulate Body Heat *(^_^)* A+
What body parts that reduce in size with no apparent function?
pineal gland
What is the function of the pituituary gland?
it releases hormones that control puberty in your body
Is the pituitary gland the largest in the body?
No. It is actually one of the smallest glands, though it does a big job. The main function of the pituitary gland is to make and release hormones and is controlled by the hypothalamus. The largest gland in the body is the pancreas.
What is part of the human body that carries out special function?
the pp
Will you die if you do not have a thyroid gland?
The human body cannot function without thyroid hormone, either from a functioning gland, or through supplementation.
What is the function of the blood in circulatory system?
it carries the oxygen around your body
What is the major function of the blood in your body?
It carries carbon dioxide and oxygen.
How does the red blood cell function?
It carries oxygen around the body.
What is the function of blood in the human body?
Blood carries oxygen to all other body parts.
