Select an endocrine gland from the list below. The student must make a convincing argument as to why the gland chosen is the most important gland in the body. The argument must include the following:
1. Overview of the normal gland function, including hormones produced by the gland and the action of these hormones in the body
2. A descriiption of gland hypofunction and hyperfunction, clinical manifestations, and common causes of dysfunction
Please be creative when presenting your case. One example of creativity is a funeral for the thyroid gland where hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism spoke at the eulogy. Try to have some fun with this assignment.
Two references are required for initial pos
ENDOCRINE GLANDS (choose one)
Pineal
Pituitary
Thyroid
Thymus
Adrenals
Pancreas