Question

What are endocrine glands? Name the secretions of these glands. How do these secretions reach the target organs?

Answer 1

Endocrine glands are ductless glands that produce hormones. They do not have ducts and the hormones are delivered directly into the blood. Some of the examples of endocrine glands include pituitary gland that produce growth hormone, prolactin etc., pancreas that produce insulin and glucagon.