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Endocrine glands are also known as ductless glands. They secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. The endocrine glands I in both males and females are the same except for the testis (male) and the ovary (female). The majority of endocrine glands are controlled by the pituitary gland but some are stimulated by the nervous system or by chemical substances.

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The human body wants blood glucose levels to remain at “normal levels.” Once the glucose concentration in the blood increases, the body releases insulin which help lower the glucose levels. The process is explained HERE.

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An overview of proteins and commonly associated words.