Now that you have seen how the endocrine system functions in general I would like you to find some more specific information. For each of the glands listed below find the following information:

Glands

• Pituitary
• Thyroid
• Adrenal

Information to find for each

• What is one hormone that they release?
• What type of cell(s) are affected by this hormone and what does it tell them to do?
• What is a disease associated with irregular function of this gland?