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Topic Index

Anatomy of the Endocrine System

Hormones and the Endocrine System

Pituitary Gland: Location and Function

Pituitary Gland Disorders

Pancreas: Location and Function

Pancreas Disorders

Adrenal Glands: Location and Function

Adrenal Gland Disorders

Thyroid Gland: Location and Function

Thyroid Function Tests

Thyroid Disorders

Parathyroid Glands: Location and Function

Parathyroid Gland Disorders

Reproductive Glands

Type 1 Diabetes

Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)

The endocrine system is a complex collection of hormone-producing glands that control basic body functions such as metabolism, growth, and sexual development. Click on the links above to learn more about this topic.

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