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Option 2 : Thyroid

  • The thyroid gland is responsible for the regulation of carbohydrates, protein and fat metabolism in the human body.
  • The Thyroid gland is an endocrine gland i.e., releases hormones directly into the blood.
  • The thyroid gland produces thyroxine hormone (T4) and triiodothyronine hormone (T3).
Endocrine Gland Functions
Thyroid gland Regulates metabolism for body growth.
Pituitary gland Stimulates growth in the body organs.
Testes Development of male sex organs.
Ovaries Development of female sex organs and control of menstrual cycle.
Adrenal gland Helps the body to respond to stress and control blood pressure.
Pancreas Regulates blood sugar levels.

 

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