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Name the hormones secreted by the following endocrine glands and specify onefunction of each:(a) Thyroid (b) Pituitary (c) Pancreas

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Thyroid hormones are two hormones produced and released by the thyroid gland, namely triiodothyronine and thyroxine. They are tyrosine-based hormones that are primarily responsible for regulation of metabolism.

Hormones Secreted by Anterior Pituitary: Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) Lutenizing Hormone (LH) Growth Hormone (GH) Prolactin. Beta-Endorphin.

Insulin :Regulates sugar metabolism, maintain blood sugar level.

Glucagon :Increases blood sugar level.



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