Define a hormone, and state the function of hormones.

Name the major endocrine glands, and identify their locations.

Discuss the control of glandular secretion by negative feedback.

Explain the anatomical and functional relationships between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.

Name and discuss two hormones produced by the hypothalamus that are secreted by the posterior pituitary.

Name the hormones produced by the anterior pituitary, and indicate which of these control other endocrine glands.

Discuss the anatomy of the thyroid gland, and the chemistry and physiological function of its hormones.

Discuss the function of parathyroid hormone.

Describe the anatomy of the adrenal glands.

Discuss the function of the adrenal medulla and its relationship to the nervous system.

Name three categories of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex, give an example of each category, and discuss their actions.

Describe the anatomy of the pancreas.

Name two hormones produced by the pancreas, and discuss their functions.

Discuss the two types of diabetes mellitus, and contrast hypoglycemia with hyperglycemia.

Name the most important male and female sex hormones. Discuss their functions.

Discuss atrial natriuretic hormone, growth factors, and prostaglandins as hormones not produced by glands.

State the location and function of the pineal gland and the thymus gland.

Discuss the difference in mode of action between peptide and steroid hormones.

Give examples to show that chemical signals can act between organs, cells, and individuals.

Discuss the anatomical and physiological changes that occur in the endocrine system as we age.

Discuss how the endocrine system works with other systems of the body to maintain homeostasis.