Title: Identify the structures and functions of the endocrine system.
Course: Radiologic Technology I (14105-I) > Section: Understanding Human Anatomy and Physiology

Identification should include the

- distinction between endocrine and exocrine glands
- functions of hormones
- recognition of radiographic characteristics of the most common pathologies and how to compensate technical factors to accommodate.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the importance of shielding the radiologic technologist’s thyroid when imaging?
- What modalities best demonstrate thyroid function?
- What modalities best demonstrate the pituitary gland?