Female endocrine system. Computer artwork of the front view of a woman,showing the main areas involved in the female human endocrine system. From top to bottom: pituitary and pineal glands in the brain,thyroid glands,adrenal glands,pancreas (beige),kidneys (red) and ovaries. The endocrine system is made up of a series of glands,each of which secretes a different type of hormone. These hormones regulate many functions within the body including mood,growth and development,tissue function,sexual development,and metabolism |