4TeenK Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 how is the pituitary gland (which is part of the endocrine system) linked to the kidneys (which are part of the renal system)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greippi Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 The very definition of "endocrine" means that the chemical produced (usually hormones) travels over a distance via the blood stream to produce an effect elsewhere in the body. For example, the pituitary in the brain produces ADH, which travels via the bloodstream to the kidney's collecting ducts, where it causes increased re absorption of water in to the blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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