Which Organ System Includes the Pancreas, Thymus, Testes, and Pituitary

Question

Which organ system includes the pancreas, thymus, testes, and pituitary gland?
A) integumentary
B) endocrine
C) reproductive
D) lymphatic

Accepted Answer

The organs listed are all part of the endocrine system, which is responsible for producing and secreting hormones that regulate various bodily functions. The pancreas produces insulin, which regulates blood sugar levels. The thymus produces hormones that are important for the development of the immune system. The testes produce testosterone and other hormones that are important for the development of the male reproductive system. The pituitary gland produces a variety of hormones that regulate growth, metabolism, and other functions.