The following are not exclusively classified as endocrine gland but contains cells that secrete hormones.
Gastrointestinal Tract
• Continuous tube extending from mouth to anus.
• Hormones produced: Gastrin, Glucose dependent insulinotropic peptide(GIP), Secretin, Cholecystokinin (CCK)
Placenta
• This is a special structure where the exchange of materials between the fetus and the mother happen.
• Hormones produced: Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), Estrogen and Progesterone, Human chorionic somatomammotropin (hCS)
Kidneys
• Located in the lumbar region.
• Hormones produced: Renin, Erythropoietin (EPO), Calcitriol (active form of Vitamin D)
Heart
• Lies slightly to the left of the midline of the chest
• Hormones produced: Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANF)
Adipose Tissue
• Hormone produced: Leptin
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