Derives its name from the fact that various glands release hormones directly into the blood, which in turn transports the hormones to target tissues via ducts.
Islets of Langerhans
specialized tissues in which the endocrine functions of the pancreas occurs include 3 types of cells:
alpha (E ) beta (F) delta (x)
the Adrenal Medulla secretes the catecholamine hormones norepinephrine and epinephrine (closely related to the sympathetic component of the autonomic nervous system).
Ovaries:
located in the abdominal cavity adjacent to the uterus. Under the control of LH and FSH from the anterior pituitary they manufacture
estrogen protesterone
Complications of Diabetes:
contributes to heart disease stroke kidney disease blindness
Most sugars in the human diet are complex and must be broken down into simple sugars: glucose, galactose and fructose - before use.
To be converted into energy, glucose must first be transmitted through the cell membrane. BUT - the glucose molecule is large and doesnt readily diffuse through the cell membrane.
The rate at which glucose can enter the cell is dependent upon insulin levels.
Insulin serves as the messenger - travels via blood to target tissues. Combines with specific insulin receptors on the surface of the cell membrane.