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In this article we will discuss about the role of different organs in carbohydrate metabolism. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Role of Pancreas 2. Role of Adrenal Cortex 3. Role of Adrenal Medulla 4. Role of Thyroid Gland 5. Role of Adenohypophysis. 1. Role of Pancreas in Carbohydrate Metabolism: Pancreas plays essential role in carbohydrate metabolism [...]

In this article we will discuss about Role of Hormones in Osmoregulation, Excretion and Thermo Regulation. Endocrine Control on Osmoregulation and Excretion: In mammals, kidney is the main excretory organ. Kidney not only eliminates nitrog­enous waste metabolites but also helps in os­moregulation. 1. Regulation of Water Retention: Hormone vasopressin is secreted from neu­rohypophysis. The chief action of this hor­mone is [...]