Endocrinology Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Anatomy has 22 clues. Answers range from 4 to 20 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

Gives directions to the other endocrine glands
Secretes Thyroxine (T4) and Calcitonin
Controls the body's calcium levels
Located cranial to each kidney
Maintains glucose homeostasis
Female reproductive organ
Male reproductive organ
Weight gain on stable diet; Heat-seeking; Lethargy
"Rat tail"; Hyperpigmentation; Dry coat/excess shedding
Is the body's normal response to illness
Weight loss with polyphagia; vocalizing/behavior change; thyroid nodule
Absolute lack of insulin production
Relative decrease of insulin (tissues are less sensitive)
Characterized by ketonuria and metabolic acidosis
Functional tumor of pancreatic B cells
Syrup on gums; IV glucose support until normalized
Addison's Disease (insufficient production of glucocorticoids/mineralcorticoids)
Cushing's Syndrome (excess cortisol in body)
Most sensitive test for Cushing's
Test of choice for hypoadrenocorticism
"Fight or Flight" magnification
Secretes corticosteroids and mineralocorticoids